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Featured Vacancies
Thales Templecombe apprenticeship vacancies for 2024 are live!
Closing date: 11th February 2024.
Location: Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0DH

The Programme:
As a Manufacturing Apprentice we are able to offer both a Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship and a Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship. We will work with you at the point of offer to determine which would be the best entry point for you.
The Level 2 Engineering Operative programme is a 12 month programme delivered on a day release basis with Yeovil College. You will attend college for one day per week to achieve a Level 2 Diploma, and will work in Thales Industry for the other week days.
The Level 3 Engineering Technician programme is a 36 month programme following a technical support pathway. You will attend Yeovil College for 3 days per week over your first year, and then 1 day per week for the remaining 2 years. The rest of the time you will be working within the Thales business. The final qualification will be a Level 3 Diploma.
There will be scope for those joining at Level 2 to progress onto the Level 3. This will be agreed on a case-by-case basis as per the circumstances of each learner.
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This exciting apprenticeship will give you the skills and knowledge to be an effective Project Planning and Controls Apprentice within the Bid and Project Management Function at Thales. The apprentice programme will provide a strong understanding and working knowledge of planning, scheduling, monitoring and controls. The Bid and Project Management functions’ key responsibilities are to ensure strong governance over bids and projects and oversee the implementation of consistent and assured processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the creation and maintenance of the integrated master schedules for assigned projects.
- Contribute to project reports and attend associated reviews.
- Assist in the deployment & reporting of risk & opportunity management.
- Help the project team ensure correct and effective project governance is applied.
- Operate Thales mandated tools including Primavera, Smartcore and Risk X.
- To attend training as required and pass all examinations and continuous learning modules as specified by the course.
The Programme:
Through our higher apprenticeship you’ll be making the most of your talents, getting to understand the Project Management Function from the ground up; and doing so with the help of one of the biggest and best names in the industry.
This is an 18 month apprenticeship delivered in partnership with our external partner Corndel and working towards the Level 4 Associate Project Manager apprenticeship. The programme is delivered via a blended delivery model including virtual workshops for each of the learning modules, and 1-2-1 coaching sessions with a dedicated skills coach every other week to underpin work based learning.
At the end of the programme you will have achieved the APM Project Management Qualification and you will be working as a Project Planner/Controller within the Project Management job family.
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Systems Engineering Apprentice
Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
Are you looking for an employer who will sponsor you through a degree, whilst providing valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global, innovative and industry-leading organisation? If so, read on to see what Thales has on offer.
The role will develop your engineering skills to become a confident, positive and flexible engineer with well-honed technical knowledge gained from the academic commitments, supporting the team to deliver systems and equipment solutions to deadlines and within budget, including participating in systems requirements and design work, project reviews, system test and possibly site and platform visits for surveys, installations or trials.
The Programme:
Through our degree apprenticeship you’ll be making the most of your talents, getting to understand engineering from the ground up; and doing so with the help of one of the biggest and best names in the industry.
As a Systems Engineering Apprentice you will be enrolled onto the Level 6 Applied Professional Engineering Programme at Warwick University, following the Product Design and Development pathway. Delivered via a blended learning model, this programme combines the best of both with on campus delivery (6 block weeks per year) plus virtual coaching and online resources. The first two years on programme will be common across all pathways and will provide a broad engineering skill set including mechanical, electrical, electronic, materials and design, plus computational. In Year 3 and Year 4 learners will move to their specialist pathway. For the duration of this 4 year programme you will combine university studies with practical application, working within our Systems function in Templecombe.
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Hardware Engineer Apprentice
Level 6 Electro Mechanical Degree Apprenticeship
Are you looking for an employer who will sponsor you through your qualifications, whilst providing valuable and exciting on-the-job experience within a global, innovative and industry leading organisation?
This exciting Hardware Apprentice role will develop your skills by the designing and implementation of the engineering solutions in accordance with programme and product requirements. Typical tasks will range from requirements management via the design and development cycle, to test, integration and validation of complex products and systems.
Degree Apprenticeship Programme:
Through our degree apprenticeship you’ll be making the most of your talents, getting to understand engineering from the ground up; and doing so with the help of one of the biggest and best names in the industry.
As a Hardware Engineering Apprentice you will be studying towards a BEng in Electro-mechanical Engineering at the University of Nottingham.
Delivered over 5 years via a blended learning model, your study will combine on campus taught lectures, with online and work based learning. You can typically expect to study on campus for 4 weeks per academic year, delivered in 1 week blocks.
At the end of the programme, and following End Point Assessment you will have achieved a (fully funded) accredited BEng in Electro-mechanical Engineering, as well as a Level 6 Electro-mechanical Degree Apprenticeship qualification.
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Higher Apprenticeship – Planning & Design
- National Grid Electricity Distribution
- Added 21/11/2023 - (1 position available)
The Apprenticeship programme takes around three years to complete. You’ll earn while you learn and develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours to become a Network…
- Closing date: 04/12/2023
- Possible start date: 01/09/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Higher
- Wage: £34,225.00
Higher Apprenticeship – Planning & Design
- National Grid Electricity Distribution
- Added 21/11/2023 - (1 position available)
The Apprenticeship programme takes around three years to complete. You’ll earn while you learn and develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours to become a Network…
- Closing date: 04/12/2023
- Possible start date: 01/09/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Higher
- Wage: £34,225.00
Higher Apprenticeship – Planning & Design
- National Grid Electricity Distribution
- Added 20/11/2023 - (1 position available)
The Apprenticeship programme takes around three years to complete. You’ll earn while you learn and develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours to become a Network…
- Closing date: 04/12/2023
- Possible start date: 01/09/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Higher
- Wage: £34,225.00
Optical Assistant Apprenticeship – Wells Specsavers
- SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED
- Added 21/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Our apprenticeship gives people of all ages a chance to start an exciting career, while earning a full-time wage. Duties include - booking customers in…
- Closing date: 21/12/2023
- Possible start date: 10/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £13,520.00
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship at Yeovilteenies Day Nursery, Yeovil,
- S & D CHILDCARE LTD
- Added 21/11/2023 - (1 position available)
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join our ever expanding team at Yeovilteenies Day Nursery. The role will be varied and…
- Closing date: 06/12/2023
- Possible start date: 18/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £12,396.80
Level 2 Auto Care Apprentice
- BRENDON SERVICE STATION LTD
- Added 20/11/2023 - (1 position available)
As an auto care technician, you will play a vital role in keeping vehicles safe and operational. Working within a team you will ensure the…
- Closing date: 02/02/2024
- Possible start date: 25/03/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £11,000.00
Apprentice Administrator
- D Glass
- Added 17/11/2023 - (1 position available)
To provide support to a busy office to assist in daily administration duties whilst working towards a Customer Service Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship.
- Closing date: 15/12/2023
- Possible start date: 02/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,296.00
Learning Support Assistant Apprentice
- The King Alfred School an Academy
- Added 15/11/2023 - (1 position available)
The Learning Support Apprentice will be actively involved within The King Alfred School Academy and will support the inclusion of identified pupils with additional educational…
- Closing date: 03/12/2023
- Possible start date: 01/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £10,460.35
Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship at Churchfield Church School, Highbridge
- THE BATH AND WELLS DIOCESAN ACADEMIES TRUST
- Added 15/11/2023 - (1 position available)
We are looking for a passionate candidate who is eager to learn about a stimulating approach to achieving high standards of learning, who is motivated…
- Closing date: 03/01/2024
- Possible start date: 15/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,158.72
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship at Wedmore First School Academy
- Wedmore First School Academy
- Added 15/11/2023 - (1 position available)
You will learn all aspects of an Apprentice Practitioners role, work alongside qualified and experienced staff who will support you. You will be involved in…
- Closing date: 11/12/2023
- Possible start date: 18/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,158.72
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
- Somerset County Council
- Added 15/11/2023 - (2 positions available)
St George’s School is a happy school with a hardworking team of professionals. Good teamwork is essential for the successful candidates. We are committed to…
- Closing date: 04/12/2023
- Possible start date: 02/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £8,236.80
Seafront and Open Spaces Apprentice
- North Somerset Council
- Added 15/11/2023 - (1 position available)
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Seafront and Open Spaces Apprentice. The role will provide the successful candidate with a…
- Closing date: 12/12/2023
- Possible start date: 02/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £13,720.00
Level 3 Early Years Educator Apprenticeship at Willowdown Primary School, Bridgwater
- Willowdown Primary School
- Added 13/11/2023 - (1 position available)
At Willowdown Nursery our children are encouraged to learn to share, work and play with others to become independent by encouraging them to think for…
- Closing date: 06/12/2023
- Possible start date: 13/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £10,158.72
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Willowdown Primary School, Bridgwater
- Willowdown Primary School
- Added 13/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Under the supervision of the class teacher, to undertake a range of directed activities to support the educational and development needs of pupils. This will…
- Closing date: 06/12/2023
- Possible start date: 02/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £8,923.20
Early Years Apprentice at Weston Super Mare Milton Road (Level 3)
- BUSY BEES DAY NURSERIES (TRADING) LIMITED
- Added 13/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Do you want to become a qualified Early Years Professional? Are you serious about a career in the Early Years sector? This role is ideal…
- Closing date: 30/12/2023
- Possible start date: 06/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £11,830.00
Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer – Taunton (2024)
- STANTEC UK LIMITED
- Added 13/11/2023 - (1 position available)
In this apprenticeship, you will get involved in the design of highways and residential development projects. You will assist on projects that support a mix…
- Closing date: 31/01/2024
- Possible start date: 02/09/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Degree
- Wage: Competitive salary
Dispensary Apprentice
- Langford Surgery
- Added 13/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Ensure a high quality, safe and efficient dispensing service is available to meet the needs of patients. Operate in accordance with the Surgery dispensary Standard…
- Closing date: 05/12/2023
- Possible start date: 18/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £17,160.00
Patient Co-ordinator Apprentice
- Langford Surgery
- Added 13/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Working as part of a team you will direct patients in accessing appropriate service or healthcare professionals in a courteous, efficient, and effective way. Managing…
- Closing date: 03/12/2023
- Possible start date: 18/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £15,600.00
Optical Assistant Apprenticeship – Minehead Specsavers
- SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED
- Added 13/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Our apprenticeship gives people of all ages a chance to start an exciting career, while earning a full-time wage. Duties include - booking customers in…
- Closing date: 12/12/2023
- Possible start date: 20/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £16,640.00
Chef Apprenticeship
- Harvester - Griffin - Taunton
- Added 13/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite for feel-good dining. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken and unlimited salad bar since 1983. Fancy a…
- Closing date: 09/12/2023
- Possible start date: 16/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £11,684.00
Production Chef level 2 apprenticeship
- CASTLE OF COMFORT LIMITED
- Added 10/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Offering a great role for a conscientious production chef, in a fabulous environment. Looking for someone reliable and willing to learn new skills.
- Closing date: 31/12/2023
- Possible start date: 16/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,000.00
Commis Chef Level 2 apprenticeship
- CASTLE OF COMFORT LIMITED
- Added 10/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Amazing opportunity for a commis chef position in an established hotel and restaurant. This is a fantastic role in a great setting, surrounded by beauty…
- Closing date: 31/12/2023
- Possible start date: 15/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,000.00
Sport Coach Apprentice
- INSPIRED SOMERSET LIMITED
- Added 09/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Use extensive technical and tactical sports knowledge and skills to design and deliver coaching programs that engage, motivate and evolve participants skills and performance. Improving…
- Closing date: 03/01/2024
- Possible start date: 01/02/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Higher
- Wage: £10,920.00
Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant Level2
- JHOOTS PHARMACY LIMITED
- Added 09/11/2023 - (1 position available)
A pharmacy based in Taunton are hoping to recruit a hardworking and determined candidate to work within their small team of qualified professionals, as an…
- Closing date: 09/12/2023
- Possible start date: 10/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £9,609.60
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship at Community Kids Pre-School & After-School Club
- Community Kids Pre-School & After-School Club
- Added 08/11/2023 - (1 position available)
A Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice is required. The successful candidate will be working alongside a small team of early years’ qualified staff. You…
- Closing date: 11/12/2023
- Possible start date: 18/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £8,236.80
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprentice at Kaleidoscope Nursery, Sherbourne
- KALEIDOSCOPE DAY NURSERY LIMITED
- Added 08/11/2023 - (1 position available)
Kaleidoscope Nursery are looking for an enthusiastic apprentice to make the most of this wonderful opportunity. There are plenty of skills and lots of experience…
- Closing date: 13/12/2023
- Possible start date: 02/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,982.40
Business Administrator Apprentice
- J & K AQUATIC LTD
- Added 08/11/2023 - (1 position available)
The role will suit someone who is versatile, with a keen desire to learn and develop a variety of skills within a commercial environment. You…
- Closing date: 02/01/2024
- Possible start date: 23/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £11,000.00
Sales Administration Apprentice
- RH Fibreboard Containers LTD
- Added 08/11/2023 - (1 position available)
The role of the Apprentice will be to provide a support function to the Order administration team, Office Manager & Account Manager(s). Under taking the…
- Closing date: 11/12/2023
- Possible start date: 12/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £10,433.28 to £20,589.92
Apprentice Accounts Assistant
- RH Fibreboard Containers LTD
- Added 08/11/2023 - (1 position available)
The role of an Apprentice Accounts assistant will involve some of the following duties: Raising and sending sales invoices, Posting creditors' invoices and raising any…
- Closing date: 11/12/2023
- Possible start date: 12/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £10,433.28 to £20,589.92
Heritage Apprenticeship
- North Somerset Council
- Added 08/11/2023 - (1 position available)
There is an exciting apprenticeship opportunity to work with North Somerset Councils Heritage and Design Team in a key role supporting the Principal Conservation and…
- Closing date: 20/12/2023
- Possible start date: 30/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Higher
- Wage: £18,417.00
Apprentice School Receptionist
- Preston School Academy
- Added 08/11/2023 - (1 position available)
We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice School Receptionist to join our team based in the main office of Preston School. You will be…
- Closing date: 10/12/2023
- Possible start date: 02/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £10,158.72
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Preston School Academy, Yeovil
- MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
- Added 07/11/2023 - (1 position available)
At Preston we are looking to recruit a TA to cover both key stages (3 and 4), we have vacancies in both the ASC based…
- Closing date: 06/12/2023
- Possible start date: 13/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £8,785.92
Nursery Practitioner Apprentice at The Paddocks Nursery, Wiveliscombe
- Wiveliscome Primary School
- Added 02/11/2023 - (1 position available)
We are looking for someone to join the Paddocks team, to work in partnership with staff, parents, carers and their children. To adopt a flexible,…
- Closing date: 06/12/2023
- Possible start date: 13/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,158.72
2024 Manufacturing Apprentice
- THALES UK LIMITED
- Added 01/11/2023 - (10 positions available)
Through our apprenticeship you’ll be making the most of your talents, getting to understand manufacturing from the ground up; and doing so with the help…
- Closing date: 11/02/2024
- Possible start date: 02/09/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: Competitive salary
2024 Project Planning & Controls Apprentice – Templecombe
- THALES UK LIMITED
- Added 30/10/2023 - (2 positions available)
The apprentice programme will provide a strong understanding and working knowledge of planning, scheduling, monitoring and controls. The bid and project management functions’ key responsibilities…
- Closing date: 11/02/2024
- Possible start date: 02/09/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Higher
- Wage: £22,500.00
2024 Systems Engineering Apprentice – Templecombe
- THALES UK LIMITED
- Added 30/10/2023 - (1 position available)
The role will develop your engineering skills to become a confident, positive and flexible engineer with well-honed technical knowledge gained from the academic commitments, supporting…
- Closing date: 11/02/2024
- Possible start date: 02/09/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Degree
- Wage: £22,500.00
2024 Hardware Engineering Apprentice – Templecombe
- THALES UK LIMITED
- Added 30/10/2023 - (1 position available)
This exciting Hardware Apprentice role will develop your skills by designing and implementation of engineering solutions in accordance with programme and product requirements. Typical tasks…
- Closing date: 11/02/2024
- Possible start date: 02/09/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Degree
- Wage: £22,500.00
Early Years Educator Apprenticeship at Sticky Fingers Pre-School, Templecombe
- STICKY FINGERS PRE-SCHOOL
- Added 30/10/2023 - (1 position available)
We are looking to recruit an Early Years Educator Apprentice to build on their level 2 experience. They will learn to plan activities for children…
- Closing date: 11/12/2023
- Possible start date: 18/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £11,756.16
Dental Nurse Apprenticeship
- DENTEX CLINICAL LIMITED
- Added 27/10/2023 - (1 position available)
The apprenticeship in dental nursing is an 18-month government funded course: • City & Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma in Dental Nursing. The job entails…
- Closing date: 10/01/2024
- Possible start date: 12/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £10,982.40
Apprentice Nandoca
- Nando's - Weston Super Mare
- Added 23/10/2023 - (1 position available)
A nanwhatnow? A Nandoca! That's what we call those in our restaurant family. Our passionate team players, putting their heart, soul and magical powers into…
- Closing date: 20/12/2023
- Possible start date: 27/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £14,820.00
Engineering Apprentice
- EVENT HORIZON PYROTECHNICS LTD
- Added 23/10/2023 - (1 position available)
This is a wonderful opportunity for a level 2 Engineer who wants to move on to undertake a level 3 apprenticeship as a Machining Technician.…
- Closing date: 12/01/2024
- Possible start date: 01/02/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £9,884.16
Service Advisor Apprentice – Bridgwater
- FORAY MOTOR GROUP LIMITED
- Added 20/10/2023 - (1 position available)
Working in a service department, the Apprentice will train in a number of areas including improving customer relations, monitoring and dealing with customer problems. You…
- Closing date: 07/01/2024
- Possible start date: 08/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,982.40
Equine Groom Apprentice – Showjumping
- JESSICA TALBOT
- Added 13/10/2023 - (1 position available)
Exciting opportunity to work at a National Level Showing Producer. The employer competes at prestigious events such as HOYS & RIHS.
- Closing date: 30/12/2023
- Possible start date: 08/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,982.40
Ford MET Apprentice Technician- Minehead
- FORD RETAIL LIMITED
- Added 12/10/2023 - (1 position available)
Apprentices will be assessing the extent of damage to mechanical and electrical components along side stripping and refitting vehicle parts that have accident damage in…
- Closing date: 07/01/2024
- Possible start date: 08/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £10,982.40
Apprentice Windows and Doors Manufacturer
- BILL BUTTERS WINDOWS LTD
- Added 13/10/2023 - (1 position available)
We have a great opportunity for an apprentice to join our team to help manufacture and assemble PVC windows. This is a fantastic chance to…
- Closing date: 17/12/2023
- Possible start date: 25/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,982.40
Nursery Apprentice
- Mama Bears - Yeovil - Houndstone Close
- Added 13/10/2023 - (1 position available)
If you are looking to enter into a career in childcare then an apprenticeship with Mama Bear's Day Nursery and Pre-school could be for you!
- Closing date: 09/12/2023
- Possible start date: 16/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Advanced
- Wage: £13,437.00
Apprentice Chef
- Little Harp (Clevedon)
- Added 11/10/2023 - (1 position available)
Chef and Brewer are looking for an individual with a relentless passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience, to join their team as an Apprentice…
- Closing date: 07/12/2023
- Possible start date: 14/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £8,393.00
Apprentice Chef
- Paxtons Head (Belgravia)
- Added 05/10/2023 - (1 position available)
Hungry Horse are looking for an individual with a relentless passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience, to join their team as an Apprentice Chef!…
- Closing date: 26/12/2023
- Possible start date: 30/12/2023
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £8,393.00
Early Years Apprentice
- Mountjoy School
- Added 04/10/2023 - (1 position available)
Mountjoy School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring apprentice to be based in our Early Years Provision. We are looking for someone who…
- Closing date: 01/12/2023
- Possible start date: 03/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £10,982.40
Commis Chef Apprentice
- Montigo Resorts Somerset
- Added 04/10/2023 - (2 positions available)
We are a renowned four-star hotel and a spa with two restaurants and a bar located on the outskirts of Shepton Mallet, Somerset. We are…
- Closing date: 01/12/2023
- Possible start date: 08/01/2024
- Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
- Wage: £13,520.00