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Welcome to the Gen2 Apprenticeship Information Guide for 2016. By now you will probably be thinking about your future and what to do after you leave school or college. This can be a daunting experience so we are here to offer you the best possible start and the first step towards a highly rewarding career!

By choosing an Apprenticeship, you will be able to train on the job using state of the art machinery and equipment. You will be taught by industry leading specialists, all whilst becoming qualified and receiving a wage. You will be getting your first step onto a career ladder with real prospects and gaining skills that are essential for industry and are recognised by employers nationally.

An Introduction to Gen2We currently train over 1,250 apprentices and our programmes are becoming increasingly popular as employers and young people realise the benefits of an apprenticeship.

During your apprenticeship, dependent on your ability, you will have the opportunity to progress from an apprenticeship to a Higher Apprenticeship. From there, you can continue with further learning, to gain employer-funded qualifications all the way to University and beyond.

We have been delivering exceptional apprenticeship training for over a decade and continue to be the leading trainer of Mechanical, Electrical, Nuclear and Systems & Control apprenticeships in Cumbria. We have also been awarded a Grade1 ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent Ofsted inspection.

Your employment prospects with a Gen2 apprenticeship couldn’t be better. In the last ten years, 93% of apprentices that have been trained by us, progress immediately into full-time employment.

Gen2 are committed to equality of opportunity and the safeguarding of learners

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Why choose work-based training?

As an apprentice you will be associated with a real job with a high quality employer. This opens employment opportunitiesrarely available without experience. You will also actually earn a wage, with paid holiday entitlement and other employee benefits. Once you’ve completed your apprenticeship you can expect an ever-increasing pay packet and the opportunity to train up further; gaining qualifications right up to a Degree and even Level 7 Post-Graduate courses with Gen2. We also provide a huge range of short professional training courses for things like Health & Safety that will help you stay out in front in future.

Apprenticeships are a great way to build a solid life-long career, with a fantastic 93% of Gen2 apprentices going straight into full-time employment on completion of their course compared to just 87.5% of graduates, according to statistics from the Department of Innovation & Skills.

Many apprentices then go on to become key figures in their companies, with the Managing Director of at least one globally-renowned engineering business following this career path in recent years locally.

Another great advantage of training with Gen2 is that we give you the opportunity to stay in the area whilst undertaking nationally respected training in world-class facilities... Perfect if you’re looking to save some money before moving out from home.

The Uni option

You might feel like University is the only option for a better career. In reality the average student will leave universityowing as much as £50,000 in tuition fees alone.

Of course everyone wants a degree, but did you know that the top apprenticeships are fully equivalent to the best degrees? Infact a Gen2 apprenticeship now offers all the pathways that Uni does - right up to Level 7 post-graduate study. What ismore, a recent survey by the National Apprenticeship Service showed that, because apprenticeships encompass real-world employment experience, they are frequently more valued by employers.

This is clearly demonstrated by the fact that, according to the Office of National Statistics, in 2014 as many as 26% of recent Uni graduates were stuck in low paid part-time jobs compared to only 11% of apprentices; of those graduates in better jobs 27% were still earning less than the average apprentice’s wage. Indeed, further evidence from notgoingtouni.co.uk showsthe average graduate starting salary of £14,734 compares very poorly to the £18,463 that the average newly qualifiedapprentice can expect.

With students now having to bear the cost of their university education, is it REALLY worth the cost when you can go-onto undertake a professional degree or degree-equivalent apprenticeship course with Gen2, be 93% certain you’ll getsnapped up for a real full time career AND get paid for it?

UniversityYour Tuition Fees up to

£50kAverage Starting Salary

£14,734

ApprenticeYour Training Costs

FREEAverage Starting Salary

£18,463

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Apprenticeships forEngineering

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Duration: Intermediate: 12 - 18 months Advanced: 42 months

Location: Cumbria

Wage: £3.30 per hour minimum.

What qualifications will I obtain?• Functional skills, personal learning and

thinking skills/ employee rights and responsibilities plus:

Intermediate Apprenticeship (12 - 18 months)• Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations• City and Guilds Certificate in EngineeringAdvanced Apprenticeship (42 months) • NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma in one of the

following:• Maintaining Engineering Construction

Plant and Systems - Instrument and Controls

• NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma in Installation and Commissioning

• Engineering Maintenance• NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma in

Technical Support• Level 3 Technical Certificate BTEC Diploma in

Engineering or a craft qualification

What will I study as an electrical apprentice with Gen2?• Health and safety• Electrical installation• Engineering drawings• Maintenance• Soldering• Fault finding• Electronics• Instrumentation• Electrical safety • Safe use of tools

The role of an Electrical Apprentice:Electricians are highly skilled crafts people, who work with electrical equipment and supplies on a wide range of engineering machinery and equipment. They also control and maintain instrumentation equipment that is used to accurately measure and regulate process variables such as the flow rate of liquids or gasses, temperature or pressure. Their work ranges from installation of domestic electrical circuits for houses, to the installation and maintenance of sophisticated, highly complex machinery and equipment in major processing plants and factories. Electricians install, maintain and test electrical and instrumentation equipment, systems and appliances, and have to be able to diagnose and fault find problems with electrical equipment. For these reasons they need to be highly skilled with a logical and methodical approach to their work.

Where will my training be delivered?First Year - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job, at your place of work. Second Year - Employer work placement. You will study a Technical Certificate one day per week and will be visited by Gen2 staff around every six weeks to assess your competence.Third & Fourth Year (for Advanced Apprentices) - Assessed on your NVQ in your workplace.

ElectricalIntermediate /Advanced ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary. Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing and a satisfactory reference.

In addition, candidates must pass a colourvision test.

Duration: 42 months

Location: Cumbria




Advanced Apprenticeship (42 months) • NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma in

Construction Design and Drafting or NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Technical Support

• Level 3 Technical Certificate BTEC Diploma in Operations and Maintenance

What will I study as an electrical design apprentice with Gen2?• How to work in a safe manner, you will

become familiar with industry guidelines and regulations such as LOLER, PUWER and COSHH

• Produce drawings and designs using Computer Aided Design (CAD)

• CAD and additional design & prototyping programmes

• Maintenance of existing equipment and manufacture of new parts when required

• Problem Solving and fault-finding• Installation, testing and adjustment of plant

and machinery to make sure it is running smoothly, safely and meeting performance targets

• Use of different tools• In addition you could possibly go on to Higher

Education.

The role of an Electrical Design Apprentice:Electrical design engineering is a highly skilled technical role that will require you to work with a design house designing a wide range of electrical and electronic installations.

Electrical Design Engineers need to be safety conscious and have good IT, mathematics and communication skills.

Electricians need to have perfect colour vision and therefore must undertake a colour vision test.

Where will my training be delivered?First Year - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job, at your place of work. Second Year - Employer work placement. You will study a Technical Certificate one day per week and will be visited by Gen2 staff around every six weeks to assess your competence.Third & Fourth Year - Assessed on your NVQ in your workplace.

Electrical DesignAdvanced ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary and they may also look for an A Level qualification in a STEM subject. Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing and a satisfactory reference.


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Pre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary.

Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing and a satisfactory reference.


Location: Cumbria




Intermediate Apprenticeship (12 - 18 months)• Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations• City and Guilds Certificate in EngineeringAdvanced Apprenticeship (42 months) • NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma in one of the

following: • Maintaining Engineering Construction

Plant and Systems • Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering• Engineering Maintenance• Technical Support• Level 2 Technical Certificate BTEC

Diploma in Operations and Maintenance

What will I study as a Mechanical Apprentice with Gen2?• Health and safety• Bench fitting• Mechanical maintenance• Fault finding • Safe use of tools• Milling• Turning • Basic pipe fitting• CAD• Fabrication

The role of a Mechanical Apprentice:Hand Fitting, machining, maintenance of pumps, gearboxes and compressors are just a few of the things that you will work with as a mechanical apprentice. The apprenticeship involves the installation and maintenance of a wide range of engineering plant equipment, it may also involve the manufacture of new components using machinery. Mechanical Craftspeople are highly skilled and can work in a wide variety of industries and sectors with complex plant and equipment. They are involved in the manufacture of component parts for machines, the assembly and installation of machinery, as well as the maintenance of equipment. They must work with precision and accuracy, and have a logical approach to work. They also need to be able to read and interpret drawings /diagrams, diagnose and fault-find problems with equipment, and work cooperatively with other colleagues.

Where will my training be delivered?First Year - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job, at your place of work. Second Year - Employer work placement. You will study a Technical Certificate one day per week and will be visited by Gen2 staff around every six weeks to assess your competence.Third & Fourth Year (for Advanced Apprentices) - Assessed on your NVQ in your workplace.

MechanicalIntermediate /Advanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary and they may also look for an A Level qualification in a STEM subject. Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing and a satisfactory reference.

Duration: 42 months

Location: Cumbria


What qualifications will I obtain?• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and

Thinking Skills/ Employee Rights and Responsibilities plus:


Construction Design and Drafting or NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma in Engineering Technical Support

• Level 3 Technical Certificate BTEC Diploma in Operations and Maintenance

What will I study as a Mechanical DesignApprentice with Gen2?• How to work in a safe manner, you will

become familiar with industry guidelines and regulations such as LOLER, PUWER and COSHH

• Produce drawings and designs using Computer Aided Design (CAD)

• CAD and additional design and prototyping programmes

• Maintenance of existing equipment and manufacture of new parts when required

• Problem solving and fault-finding• Installation, testing and adjustment of plant

and machinery to make sure it is running smoothly, safely and meeting performance targets

• Use of different tools such as hand tools, power tools and measuring equipment

The role of a Mechanical Design Apprentice:Mechanical design engineering is a highly skilled technical role that requires you to work with a design house, designing a wide range of mechanical installations.

Mechanical Design Engineers need to be very safety conscious and have good IT, mathematics and communication skills.

Students completing this apprenticeship may also progress into Higher Education, completing HNC or Foundation Degree qualifications.


Mechanical DesignAdvanced Apprenticeship

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Duration: 12-18 months

Location: Based with one of our employers in Cumbria


ProcessIntermediate ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary.




Intermediate Apprenticeship (12-18 months) • NVQ Level 2 in Process Industries and

Operations• Technical Certificate - Level 2 Diploma

What will I study as a Process Apprentice with Gen2?• Health and safety / environmental issues• Process chemistry• Process science• Process in solids• Process in fluids• Process plant/plant services• Plant systems• ICT and communications• Instrumentation, measurement and control

The role of a Process Apprentice:As a Process Operator you will typically work in a manufacturing company that makes use of large and often complex pieces of machinery and equipment.

It will be your duty to keep it operating safely and efficiently, you will also need to take samples of materials used for analysis.

Since many manufacturing plants run day and night, you may be required to work shifts.

You will also be required to maintain a safe work area to ensure the effective running of plant and equipment.

Where will my training be delivered?You will be employed by your employer from day one, undertaking your training in the workplace.

You will be granted day release in order to study for a Technical Certificate at one of our Skills Centres for at least one day per week.

Duration: 42 months

Location: Cumbria





Engineering Technical Support• Level 3 Technical Certificate BTEC Diploma in

Engineering

What will I study as a Control Systems Apprentice with Gen2?• Computer programming• Maintenance of plant automation systems• Programming automated systems• Knowledge of process plant operations• Programmable logic controllers• Supervisory control and data acquisition

The role of a Control Systems Apprentice:All production and manufacturing plants require control systems, without them the plants simply wouldn’t function properly. Control System Technicians are responsible for ensuring that the plant operates satisfactorily and with peak efficiency. Control systems are particularly essential to industries such as Nuclear, Chemical, Petrochemical and Manufacturing. Control systems engineering has become a modern and complex discipline that requires the worker to have a wide experience of subjects such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), software engineering, plant instrumentation, electronics, communication networks and process control.The role of a Control Systems Technician is varied but may involve design, development, maintenance and servicing of plant control systems, within the nuclear and process plant industry. Students completing this apprenticeship may possibly progress onto a Foundation Degree qualification.

Where will my training be delivered?West Cumbria Learners - The first year will be spent training in the Energus facility at Lillyhall with one day per week studying a Technical Certificate.

In year two you will join the Control Systems Department and undertake work experience to gain relevant skills and experience. During this time you will continue to work towards a Technical Certificate as well as returning for specialist training and projects at the Gen2 Energus facility.

In year three you will undertake additional project work at Gen2 alongside your employment.

Carlisle and Furness Learners - You will be employed by a company from day one. You will either complete your training with Gen2, and/or at your place of work. You will study a Technical Certificate one day per week.

Control SystemsAdvanced ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary.



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Pre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary.



Location: Cumbria




Intermediate Apprenticeship (12-18 months)• Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations

or Certificate in Engineering Construction Activities

• City and Guilds Certificate in EngineeringAdvanced Apprenticeship (42 months) • NVQ Level 3 Extended Diploma in Installing

Engineering Plant and Systems • BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical

Engineering or BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering

What will I study as a Pipefitting Apprentice with Gen2?• General health and safety in engineering

construction • Specific pipefitting safety and safe working

conditions• Technical drawings• Use of basic hand and power tools• Cutting and preparing pipe work systems• Cold bending ferrous and non ferrous pipe• Fabricating pipework and supports, • Assembling and installing pipework systems• Preparing and testing pipework systems

The role of a Pipefitting Apprentice:

A pipefitter is similar to a plumber in that both work with, install and manipulate pipes. The pipes a pipefitter works with must carry liquids or gases at high pressure for industrial purposes, while a plumber deals with pipes that carry water at low pressure.

Pipefitters fabricate pipework and supports using detailed engineering drawings, cutting, shaping and bending pipe in preparation for welding. Pipefitters also fit sections of metal pipe together by cutting them precisely and may use techniques such as threading and bending.

Often working alongside welders they connect piping efficiently and safely, sometimes in difficult conditions.


PipefittingIntermediate / Advanced Apprenticeship

Duration: 12-18 months (Intermediate) 42 months (Advanced)

Location: Cumbria

Wage: £3.30 per hour minimum

What qualifications will I obtain?Intermediate Apprenticeship• Level 2 Performing Engineering Operations

or Certificate in Engineering Construction Activities

• City & Guilds Certificate in EngineeringAdvanced Apprenticeship• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical

Engineering; BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering; BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Engineering (Specialist: Manufacturing Engineering); BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Engineering

What will I study as a Welding, Fabricating & Plating Apprentice?• Health and safety• Welding/fabricating theory• Basic metallurgy• Manual Metal Arc (MMA) welding• Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding• Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding• Engineering drawings• Problem solving skills• Basic hand skills• Technical drawings inc. CAD• Manufacturing skills• Pattern development

The role of a Welding, Fabrication & Plating Apprentice: Fabrication is a discipline which covers a wide range of occupational areas including Welders, Platers, Sheet Metal Workers and Pipe Fitters.

Fabricators are essential in all fields of engineering and manufacturing, and need to be able to work in all environments.

Fabricators and Welders need to be able to interpret engineering drawings, convert them into metal shapes by using a range of powerful equipment such as guillotines, pipe benders, folders or computer controlled plasma cutting equipment.

In many firms a Fabricator will be expected to carry out both fabrication as well as welding work, but in some cases you will specialise in one of the two areas.

Where will my training be delivered?First year - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres with one day per week for your Technical Certificate, or your training may be on the job at your place of work.Second Year Onwards - Employer workplacement, with day release for TechnicalCertificate Study and Gen2 progressassessments every 6 weeks.

Welding, Fabrication & PlatingIntermediate/Advanced ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English and Science although employer requirements may vary.Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing and a satisfactory reference.

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Duration: 24 months

Location: Cumbria

Wage: £3.30 per hour minimum

What qualifications does a Civil Engineering Apprentice obtain?

• Level 3 Diploma in Civil Engineering for Technicians

• Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment

• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and Thinking Skills, Employee Rights and Responsibilities

What will a Civil Engineering Apprentice study?

Knowledge Units:• Health, Safety and Welfare• Sustainable Construction• Mathematics in Construction• Science and Materials• Construction Technology and Design• Surveying• Structural Mechanics• Construction Projects• Highway Construction and Maintenance• Tendering and Estimating• Measurement Techniques

Competence Units:• Health, Safety & Welfare• Preparing Drawings and Schedules of Work• Operating Project Information Systems• Developing Working Relationships• Preparing Estimates, Bids and Tenders• Collecting, Analysing and Presenting Survey

Data

The role of a Civil Engineering Apprentice:

Civil Engineers deal with the design, construction and maintenance of the built environment.

Their role is central to ensuring the safe, timely and well-resourced completion of projects in many areas, including:

• Highway construction• Waste management• Coastal development• Geotechnical engineering

Where will training be delivered?

Apprentices are placed with the employer from the start and will be assessed in the workplace. In addition, apprentices will attend Gen2 to complete the Level 3 BTEC qualification.

Civil EngineeringAdvanced Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites:Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English and Science.

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Duration: 12 months

Location: Cumbria



thinking skills/ employee rights and responsibilities in the logistics industry plus:

• Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage

What will I study as a Warehousing Apprentice?

• Health, safety & security at work.• Develop effective working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations.• Processing and dispatching orders.• Maintaining hygiene standards in handling and storing goods.• Moving and handling goods in logistics operations, which could involve using machinery like compact cranes or forklift trucks.• Checking and maintaining stock levels and records.• Receipt, storage and dispatch of goods

The role of a Warehousing Apprentice:

Working as part of a team, you may be required to load/unload vehicles. You will also have delegated responsibility for the correct selection and packing of customer orders, ensuring they are ready for despatch on time.

On completion of the warehousing apprenticeship, candidates could move into areas such as Team Leading, Logistics Operations or driving goods vehicles.

Where will my training be delivered?You will attend one of our Skills Centres for your initial induction and then you will be placed with your employer.

WarehousingIntermediate ApprenticeshipPre-requisites:Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English and Science.

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Duration: 24 months

Location: West Cumbria




• Radiation Safety Practice (RSP) Stage 1• Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Radiological

Protection• Award in Nuclear Industry Awareness (ANIA)• IOSH Working Safely

The role of a Health Physics Monitor Apprentice:The principle function of a Health Physics Monitor is to provide a radiological safety and monitoring service to customers in order to meet business needs to defined standards.

The role is to monitor radiation dose rates, personnel, surface and airborne contamination, recording the levels detected and responding accordingly. Health Physics Monitors may also be part of the emergency response arrangements.

Duties and aspects of the role will also include: • Undertake clearance monitoring • Function test radiation protection

instrumentation• Record radiation protection monitoring and

survey results• Working at heights via the use of ladders and

scaffolding• Working in confined spaces • Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)• Use of Respiratory Protective Equipment such

as respirators and breathing apparatus

• Obtaining information (readings), analysing the information and determining actions

• Understand the relevant health and safety legislation with reference to the tasks, the plant and the actions required to control hazards

• To understand and have relevant background knowledge in science, the principles involved in the operation, maintenance of the processes and equipment used

Where will my training be delivered?You will attend one of our Skills Centres for your initial induction and then you will be placed with your employer.

Health Physics MonitorIntermediate ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: A minimum of four GCSE Grades A-C (including Mathematics, English Language and Science). Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing and a satisfactory reference.

Minimum age is 18 at the start of the programme, to comply with Classified Workers requirements



• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Applied Science• NVQ Level 3 in Laboratory and Associated

Technical Activities• HNC in Applied Chemistry

ScientificAdvanced Apprenticeship

Duration: 36 months


What will I study as an Scientific apprentice with Gen2?• Calibrations• Sampling and titrations• Conduct investigations and tests• Assess data and write reports• Dealing with technical data• Develop presentation techniques

The role of Scientific Apprentice:Scientific Technicians perform a wide variety of roles in the nuclear, chemical and manufacturing industries, as well as in academic and research establishments throughout Cumbria.

Scientific Technicians are needed to test and calibrate equipment as well as undertake investigations and analyse samples. They are likely to work with hazardous substances, so it will be necessary for you to have a strong understanding of health and safety procedures and safe working practices.

During the apprenticeship:• You will be aware of health and safety

regulations• You will be improving your working relations

every day as you are likely to be working in teams

• You will manage information and use computers

• You are likely to work with hazardous substances

• You could help to manage the equipment kept in stores

• You will manage data and produce reports• You will create presentations on work you

have completedWhere will my training be delivered?You will attend one of our Skills Centres for your initial induction and then you will be placed with your employer.

Pre-requisites:GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and ICT. Employers may look for an AS/ A-Level qualification in a STEM subject.

Sellafield Ltd require an A-Level in Chemistry and GCSEs at Grade B or above.


Candidates must be at least 18 years of age by September 2016.

Location: Cumbria

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Duration: 24 months



What will I study as a Nuclear Operator Apprentice with Gen2?

• Safe Use of Equipment and Tools• Safe Working Practices• Accurate Measurements and Readings• Basic Maintenance Skills• Oxy Fuel Cutting Methods• Plasma Cutting• Health and Safety• Glove Box Training

Some examples of Sellafield Ltd training that apprentices will carry out in process or Decommissioning include:

• Health and Safety courses• Building Induction courses• Glove Box Operations Training• Monitored Workers / Classified Workers

courses• Respirator Fit Test• PVC & Airfed Suit Training• Crane Driving• Fork Lift Truck Driving• Basic Monitoring Techniques• Disciplined Operations• Use of Power Tools• Environmental & Waste Management Training

The role of a Nuclear Operator Apprentice:

The work carried out by a Nuclear Operator can vary greatly and this programme will prepare learners to engage in both nuclear decommissioning activities and process operations.

Nuclear decommissioning involves the safe shutting down and dismantling of nuclear power plants that have reached the end of their energy producing life, ensuring that there is no danger from radioactive materials and no chance of accident to people visiting the site.

Process operations entails the operation of large and often complex machinery and equipment, making sure they run safely and efficiently. These skills are transferable to other fields such as environmental restoration or general engineering activities that are carried out within many businesses in the chemical, polymer and petrochemical industries.

Year one will be spent giving you a wide range of engineering and nuclear related skills in preparation for assessment on your NVQ Level 2 in the workplace including basic hand skills, maintenance skills, process measurement and control.

Nuclear OperatorIntermediate ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English Language and Science although employer requirements may vary.


Candidates must be aged 17 or over at the start of the programme



• Level 2 Diploma in Decommissioning• BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Engineering or

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Engineering

This is carried out on site placement and the modules will be agreed locally by each plant where the apprentice is assigned to.

Where will my training be delivered?

This apprenticeship is only available in West Cumbria.

The first year will be spent training in our Energus facility at Lillyhall and you will be employed by Gen2.

The second year will be in the workplace, on site, and you will be employed by a company operating at a nuclear facility,

The Nuclear Operator Apprenticeship scheme is divided into two types of career paths dependent upon employer requirements:

1. Nuclear Plant Operators

These people are trained to operate and maintain chemical and process plants that make a variety of products. Operators will monitor levels of flow, chemicals, temperature, waste products and radiation.

They may take samples of products at different stages of the processes in their building and send them to another part of site for analysis for the business, customers, UK and international agencies.

Some Plant Operators will be trained in plant control rooms which are automated processes to allow chemicals and products to be moved around the building or site in a controlled manner. Other plants will manufacture products e.g. nuclear fuel pellets or put waste products into containers for UK and overseas customers.

2. Decommissioning Operators

The role of the Nuclear Decommissioning Operative is to control and operate basic decommissioning plant and equipment efficiently and safely.

They will report and investigate deviations from routine operating conditions and be able to deal with basic process problems. They are given the opportunity to progress to Nuclear Decommissioning Team Leader.



• Level 2 Diploma in Process Operations• Level 2 Diploma in Process Technology

This is carried out on site placement and the modules will be agreed locally by each plant where the apprentice is assigned to.


This apprenticeship is only available in West Cumbria.

The first year will be spent training in our Energus facility at Lillyhall and you will be employed by Gen2.

The second year will be in the workplace, on site, and you will be employed by a company operating at a nuclear facility,

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Duration: 24 months




• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Emergency Fire Services Operations (Competence)

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Emergency Fire and Rescue Services Operations in the Community

What will I study as an Emergency Fire Service Operations apprentice with Gen2?Your initial training will provide you with a range of practical basic fire-fighting and theoretical skills; these will be rigorously tested over anextended period of time to elevate you to acompetent level (Demonstration of Skills).

Once competent in role you will move intoMaintenance of Skills Training to ensure that your acquired skills are maintained to the highest standards at all times.

The role of Emergency Fire Service Operations Apprentice:The role of a professional fire-fighter at Sellafield is to maintain Nuclear Safety at all times, to save life and property. The role is a highly disciplined technical and multi functional profession. You are required to be physically and mentally fit and have the ability to make instant life saving decisions with clarity of purpose.

It is imperative that you have a team player ethic as you will be embedded into a highly skilled team where you will be expected to take on a variety of roles within that team.

You will be expected to have a high degree of initiative to ensure that you are able to solve complex problems in often highly stressful situations to save life and to ensure the safety of you and your team members.

Where will my training be delivered?You will be employed by Gen2, undertaking your training at Sellafield.

You will be granted day release in order to study for a Technical Certificate at one of our Skills Centres for at least one day per week.

Emergency Fire Service OperationsAdvanced ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics and English Language.Full, clean driving license. Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing and a satisfactory reference.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age by September 2016.

Location: Based at Sellafield, with Technical Certificate studies taking place our Skills Centre in Workington.

Duration: 42 months



The role of a Nuclear Operator Apprentice:The principle function of a Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician will be to provide quality control and welding inspection services for the nuclear industry.

You will ensure that fabrications meet the exact quality requirements specified in regulations, specifications, standards and detailed engineering documents in an environment where quality standards are paramount and safety is the overriding priority,

What will I study as a Nuclear WeldingInspection Technician with Gen2?As a Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician Apprentice, you will receive training in:

Material Science – Gain a knowledge of metal types, properties, and composition to support the selection process for nuclear applications.

Welding Technology – Understand the welding processes including accepted terminology, standards and abbreviations.

Welding Inspection – Learn about all of the quality control requirements during welding and gain the ability to undertake all three stages of weld inspection, This will also include the requirements for inspection reporting and verification of certification data in accordance with relevant standards

NDT Techniques – Acquire knowledge of Non Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques and understand why and when these techniques are deployed as well as the advantages and limitations of their use.

Safety – Gain an understanding of the importance of safe working practices at a nuclear facility as well as the relationship between nuclear safety and quality. You will learn the fundamental principles and implications of radiation types, sources, hazards and appropriate control measures.

Nuclear Welding Inspection TechnicianHigher ApprenticeshipPre-requisites: 5 GCSE Grades A-C,including Mathematics and English Language at Grade B or above.Successfully pass the Gen2 aptitude testing and a satisfactory reference.

Where will my training be delivered?First Year - You will learn for four days a week in one of our Skills Centres plus one day per week for your Technical Certificate.Second, Third & Fourth Year - Employer work placement. You will be allowed day release to study for your knowledge-based modules.



• Level 3 BTEC Engineering Diploma• Level 4 BTEC Higher National Certificate• Level 2 qualification in a Non-Destructive

Testing Method • Level 2 Recognised Welding Inspection

qualification

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ICTAdvanced Apprenticeship

What qualifications will I obtain?

Advanced Apprenticeship • BTEC Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills (QCF)• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and

Thinking Skills/ Employee Rights and Responsibilities

What will I study as an ICT Apprentice with Gen2?

• Improving productivity using IT• Understanding the potential of IT• Developing personal and team effectiveness

using IT• Using mobile IT devices• Setting up an IT system• Optimising IT system performance• IT security for users• Using the internet• Specialist software

The role of an ICT Apprentice:

This is a unique qualification for those using computers in the workplace. It has a ‘pick and mix’ design which allows learners to choose units that are applicable to their workplace and employer.

It will support and develop the skills and knowledge needed to be proficient and specialise in developing, using, supporting and maintaining a range of IT systems and software.

IT is now an integral part of any business and this qualification allows you to develop IT systems and processes to support businesses and staff across a variety of activities.

Where will my training be delivered?You will be based with your employer from the start and will attend one of our Skills Centres one day per week to study towards your qualification.

Duration: 12 months (Intermediate) 36 months (Advanced)

Location: Cumbria


Pre-requisites: Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English and ICT.

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Apprenticeships for Business

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Duration: 12 months (Intermediate) 36 months (Advanced)

Location: Cumbria


Customer ServiceIntermediate/Advanced Apprenticeship


Intermediate Apprenticeship (12 months) • NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Customer Services

(inc Technical Certificate)• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and


Intermediate Apprenticeship (12 months) • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Customer Services• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and


What will I study as a Customer Service Apprentice?

As a Customer Service Apprentice you will understand how customer service delivery and legislation affects customer expectations and how the customer services process can be developed and improved through customer feedback, promotion of products and services and effective teamwork.

The role of a Customer Service Apprentice:

The Gen2 Customer Service Apprenticeship provides an industry recognised qualification for customer service for every sector. From local government and the NHS to hospitality, travel and tourism.

You will understand how customer service delivery and legislation effects customer expectations and how the customer services process can be developed and improved through customer feedback, promotion of products and services and effective teamwork.

Where will my training be delivered?You will be based with your employer from the start, where you will be assessed in the work-place. Drop in sessions will be arranged where you can visit your Gen2 centre for additional support.


Duration: Intermediate: 12-18 months Advanced: 24 months


Business & AdministrationIntermediate/Advanced Apprenticeship


Intermediate Apprenticeship • NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Business &

Administration (QCF)• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and


Advanced Apprenticeship • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Business &

Administration (QCF)• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and


What will I study as a Business & Administration Apprentice with Gen2?

As a Business & Administration Apprentice, you will receive training in practical tasks such as using office equipment and setting up and improving administration systems. You will also gain transferable skills in areas like project management, report writing, communication and budgeting.

The role of a Business & Administration Apprentice:

The Gen2 Business & Administration Apprenticeship provides a wide variety of training from basic business administration duties to administration skills necessary to manage teams.

Apprentices undertaking this qualification are suitable not only as general administrators but also suitable for specialist roles such as Court Clerks and HR Administrators.

Where will my training be delivered?You will be based with your employer from the start, where you will be assessed in the work-place. Drop in sessions will be arranged where you can visit your Gen2 centre for additional support.

Location: Cumbria

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Duration: 24 months / 48 months (Sellafield)

Location: Cumbria

Wage: Minimum wage.

What qualifications will I obtain?• Level 4 Diploma in Project Management• Technical Certificate in the Principles of Project

Management• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and

Thinking Skills, Employee Rights and Responsibilities

What will I study as a Project Management Apprentice?• Project management• Project roles and responsibilities• Planning business cases• Project lifecycles and project definition• Project execution plans• Risk management• Quality• Project scheduling• Estimating

The role of a Project Management Apprentice: As a Project Management Apprentice, you will work within an office environment and some of the roles you are likely to undertake are:• Communicating with stakeholders• Planning and reviewing projects• Meeting with customers• Creating and monitoring action plans• Estimating budgets

Where will my training be delivered?You will be based with your employer from the start and will attend a number of block release days at our Skills Centres, to help you achieve your Technical Certificates and Diploma.

Project ManagementHigher Apprenticeship

Pre-requisites:Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English and Science and a minimum of 120 UCAS points.

Minimum age is 18 at the start of the programme.

Duration: 42 months

Location: Cumbria

Wage: Minimum wage.


• ECITB Level 3 Qualification in Project Controls Practice

• BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Operations & Maintenance

• Functional Skills, Personal Learning and Thinking Skills, Employee Rights and Responsibilities

What will I study as a Project ControlApprentice?

Block Release Additional Workshops• Introduction to Project Planning• Introduction to Project Controls• Nuclear Project Controls Procedure Training• Introduction to Earned Value Management• Critical Path Analysis• Procurement• Design & the Design Process• Introduction to Governance• Introduction to Change Control / Trending• Introduction to Estimating• Introduction to Cost Management• Introduction to Commercial / Contract

Management• Reporting Programme Board Reporting• Risk, Opportunities, Exclusions, Contingency

in a project environment• Quality• Industry Best Practise• NEC 3 Form of Contract

The role of a Project Control Apprentice:

As a Project Controls Apprentice, you will study a wide breadth of Project Control modules.

The mandatory units you will study cover areas such as:• Monitoring risks, opportunities and

uncertainties• Estimating, planning, cost engineering and

commercial support• Applying quality assurance procedures• Retrieving, recording and presenting project

control• Identifying and quantifying emerging

changes through project control


Training will be delivered at Gen2 & Prima Uno (our partner company for this course ) premises. You will attend the Gen2 centre on a one day per week basis in Year 1 & 2, and spend the rest of the time with your employer.

Project ControlsAdvanced Apprenticeship

Prerequisites:Preferred results: GCSE Grades A-C in Mathematics, English and Science.

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Index

Introduction

Introduction to Gen2

Apprenticeships or University?

Apprenticeships for Engineering

Electrical

Electrical Design

Mechanical

Mechanical Design

Control Systems

Process

Welding, Fabricating & Plating

Pipefitting

Warehousing

Civil Engineering

Scientific

Health Physics Monitor

Nuclear Operator

Nuclear Welding Inspection Technician

Emergency Fire Service Operations

Apprenticeships for Business

ICT

Business & Administration

Customer Service

Project Controls

Project Management

Application Process

How to Apply

All applications for apprenticeships with Gen2 should be made via our online recruitment portal, which can be accessed via our websitewww.gen2.ac.uk.

Be sure to sign up using an email address that you have easy access to. You will need to check your e-mail regularly for updates on the progress of your application! If you have applied before, please use the same email address to log back in to your application, and update it for this year. Please be sure to check your spam/junk folder and mark any emails from [email protected] as ‘safe’ going forward.

Please note: If you have learning difficulties, such as dyslexia or any disability where you are given extra time for exams, you must disclose this during your application. It will be necessary for you to provide proof of your requirement for additional time by bringing evidence to your aptitude test session. Gen2 encourages applicants to disclose any disability in order for learning to be tailored and also assist with any special requirements.

Recruitment Schedule

JanuaryApply via the Gen2 website from 6th January. You will then be redirected to our recruitment portal. Open days at all our centres will now be available. Check website for details - www.gen2.ac.uk.

FebruaryApplications for West Cumbria will close 29th February. Aptitude tests will start from February half term onwards. You will be invited via email to book your aptitude testing slot.

March - AprilApplications for remaining schemes in North & South will close 24th March. Aptitude testing for our apprenticeships will now take place.

May - JuneYour CV will be sent to local employers looking to recruit apprentices. Employers will contact you directly to arrange interviews or Gen2 may contact you on their behalf.

July - AugustGen2 will start to send out offer letters to all successful applicants. Those who do not receive an offer will be placed on the reserve list or could then apply for our other programmes such as Traineeships. Gen2 will keep you informed about your application along the way, but please let us know if you have any change in circumstances.

September Induction and commence Apprenticeship. Don’t worry if you’ve missed out this time, we have a range of roll-on roll-off schemes, such as Business & Administration, that we recruit for during the rest of the year too!

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