Annual wage £13,312.00 Up to £9 per hour depending on skills, experience and previously held qualification. Wages explained Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Minimum Wage Rates Working week Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed. Total hours per week: 40.0 Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 02 Sep 2024 Date posted 22 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Intermediate Level 2 (GCSE) Reference number VAC1000246204 Positions 1 available What you will do in your working day General duties including: Attend Doncaster College to study towards a Level 2 qualification in general welding, whilst acquiring new skills in the workplace through on the job training Learn both the theory, and practical application of MAG, MMA & Sub-Arc welding processes on carbon steel, as well as gain an appreciation of other welding processes and materials Develop skills and competence in manufacturing processes from technical drawing to completion Deal with ancillary plant items from a manufacturing and repair perspective Operate tools and other equipment involved in the engineering and manufacturing process, from drawing to completion Promote new ideas concerning engineering/manufacturing innovations and the development of appropriate engineering solution Attend any additional training in other disciplines to further develop and complement a full skill set required for the role The training you will be getting Training will be at Doncaster College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer Day release You will undertake the Level 2 General Welder (Arc Processes) apprenticeship standard https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/general-welder-arc-processes-v1-1 You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or maths if needed You will undertake both on and off the training by a team of industry qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge, and experience What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate. Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English and Math (Grade C/4 and above) Essential Things to consider You must be able to travel to and from work and college. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). The Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage guide is updated every April (ANMW): https://www.gov.uk/national-minimum-wage-rates