Information Security Apprentice

EMR UK Careers; Chester; On-site; GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling firm in Chester is looking for an Information Security Apprentice. This role will provide hands-on experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance. No prior experience is required, but a keen interest in cybersecurity and strong communication skills are essential. You’ll work on real projects, receive mentoring, and follow a structured training program leading to recognized qualifications. Salary is £22,000.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Cycle to work scheme

25 days annual leave

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Wellbeing Scheme

Employee Support

Financial Wellbeing Support

Online savings

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is preferred.
• No prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with security alerts and incidents.
• Assist with vulnerability scans and patching.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Help maintain our Information Security Management System.
• Contribute to policy reviews and awareness training.

Skills

Interest in cybersecurity

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

A-levels or Level 3 IT/Business qualifications

Job description

Package Description

• Bonus scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plus each year you will have the option to buy and sell leave
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Wellbeing Scheme, provided through Health Shield, giving every colleague – and their dependents – unlimited access to GPs and counselling, as well as cash back on a wide range of health and wellbeing treatment
• Employee Support to include Life Assurance and critical illness pay
• 24/7 Colleague Assistance Programme and Financial Wellbeing Support – access to affordable loans, savings accounts, advanced earned pay, and financial education via salary finance
• Online savings- major retailers, utilities, entertainment plus many more!

About Our Opportunity

Step into the fast-moving world of cybersecurity!

As our new Information Security Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience in protecting systems, managing risks, and supporting compliance. This isn’t a role where you’ll be sat coding all day – you’ll be learning both the technical side of security and the governance/compliance work that keeps us safe and secure.

You’ll be mentored by experienced professionals, work on real projects like simulated phishing campaigns, and follow a structured training programme leading to recognised qualifications. Whether you’re looking to launch your career, or a career changer ready for something new, this apprenticeship offers the skills and confidence to build a future in cybersecurity, risk, or IT governance.

Salary: £22,000

Assessment Day: 11th November 2025

What You Will Be Doing

From day one, you’ll be contributing to real projects and learning about:

• Assisting with security alerts and incidents.
• Assisting with vulnerability scans and patching.
• Supporting internal and external audits.
• Helping maintain our Information Security Management System (ISMS).
• Contributing to policy reviews and awareness training.
• Building the skills to create and manage phishing email simulations.

About You

We’re looking for someone curious, motivated, and detail oriented. It will benefit you to have:

• A keen interest in cybersecurity and IT.
• Computer literacy and confidence with digital tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn.
• A full UK driving licence (travel may be required).
• GCSEs in Maths and English (A-levels or Level 3 IT/Business qualifications are a plus).
• No prior experience is required – just enthusiasm and drive to learn.

This role will be aligned to the Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist.

Who we are

Our purpose is to create a future where the materials we use don’t need to be extracted from the planet.

At EMR, we give new life to unwanted materials. Every year, we recycle 10 million tonnes of metals and plastics, saving 19 million tonnes of carbon from entering the Earth’s atmosphere, diverting waste from landfill and protecting resources and habitats.

We couldn’t do any of this without our team members. In return for all they do, we do everything we can to create an environment of belonging, value, support and growth. We’re proud to have achieved Great Place To Work status, but it’s about so much more than a badge. It’s about being recognised by our people for the continuous work we do to do better for them:

“The people who work here are from varied backgrounds and have a variety of beliefs, all of which are accepted and respected.”

“I’m encouraged to keep a healthy work-life balance so that I can be performing at my best.”

“I’ve been supported every step of the way in my career progression.”

“EMR offers a fantastic and inclusive environment; collaboration across the whole business, humility and hard work.”

We couldn’t do any of this without our team members. In return for all they do, we do everything we can to create an environment of belonging, value, support and growth, underpinned by our Company values of We Care and We Do.

• We Care
  • Integrity – our people are Respectful and Honest
  • Trust – our people are Collaborative and Genuine
• We Do
  • Accountable – our people are Determined and Responsible
  • Innovative – our people have a Growth Mind-set and are Progressive

If you want to be part of something bigger than yourself, have a role that really makes a difference and work with likeminded people towards the same purpose, click the link to apply.

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