Nuclear & Fusion Pre-Apprenticeship Skills Accelerator

Oxfordshire City Council; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governing body offers a free, 7-week pre-apprenticeship skills accelerator in engineering. This program is designed for individuals aged 18+ residing in Oxfordshire, with no prior experience necessary. Participants will gain fundamental engineering skills and a nationally recognized Level 2 certificate, enhancing their career opportunities in a secure field. Flexible blended learning is provided, ensuring a supportive environment for all learners.

Benefits

Free training

Level 2 certificate included

Guaranteed interview for an apprenticeship

Qualifications

• No experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Start your engineering journey with a free, 7-week pre-apprenticeship course.
• Gain confidence and build practical skills in a supportive environment.

Job description

Nuclear & Fusion Pre-Apprenticeship Skills Accelerator

UK Atomic Energy Authority

Location

Abingdon, Wantage, Berinsfield, Faringdon, Grove and Swindon

21 January 2026

Age required

18+

Number of positions

1

Description

Start your engineering journey with a free, 7-week pre-apprenticeship course, delivered in Oxfordshire’s world-class facilities. Gain confidence, build practical skills, and take your first step into a growing and secure career.

• Free training
• Level 2 certificate included
• Flexible blended learning

Qualifications

No experience needed.

Training

Over 7 weeks, you’ll be supported in building fundamental engineering skills and professional confidence. The programme combines online learning with hands-on sessions at OAS (Oxfordshire Advanced Skills) in Culham.

• A guaranteed interview for an apprenticeship
• A nationally recognised Level 2 certificate
• Hands-on training in engineering skills
• Support with English & Maths (if needed)
• Industry visits and employer networking

Further information

This programme is completely free. You may be a great fit for this programme if you:

• Are aged 18+ and live in Oxfordshire
• Are unemployed, at risk of redundancy or looking for a career change
• Can commit to 7 weeks of blended learning
• Looking to retrain into a future-proof career
• Have the desire to learn, develop and grow

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