Rail Apprenticeship

Location – Salford, Manchester

• Earn while you learn (Standard National Apprenticeship Wage)
• Onsite learning of various elements of the UK rail infrastructure
• The chance to be part of an ever growing industry and gaining skills that can set you up for life
• Enhance your future employment and earning potential
• Work towards a nationally recognised qualification
• Working for 30 hours per week for 12 months

Our next apprenticeship starts in April

What will it cover? The programme will comprise of onsite learning, classroom based learning, Onsite assessments and distance learning over 12-14 months.

What will I need? All applicants must possess a minimum of GCSE's in Mathematics and English. You should have good communication and be able to work well as part of a team. Candidates should be practically minded and be able to display an interest in engineering. A great attitude towards learning and a determination to succeed.

What qualifications will I achieve? L2 Diploma in track maintenance, the highest level of award within the level 2 programme. L2 Certificate in rail engineering underpinning knowledge Functional skills L1 in Maths and English PTLS, Personal learning and thinking skills, and ERR, Employment rights and regulations. The above qualifications make up the complete apprenticeship framework.

Upon successful completion of an initial 6 week traineeship, candidates will have the privilege of transitioning onto our industry leading 12 month apprenticeship. When they complete the full programme the candidate will be presented with certificates from the prestigious City and Guilds to help give them a boost in their career within the rail industry.

How do I apply? Applications are now open and have proved extremely popular so please get your applications in as soon as possible. All you need to do is send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability to <email address removed> Please note : Places are limited and due to the number of applications we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

The partnering concept promoted by Vital means that we work together with candidates and clients to achieve your career and recruitment objectives. For clients the result is cost effective, culture-compatible solutions that make staff selection, recruitment and retention far easier.

For candidates it means a personal and professional relationship that will help you through every stage of obtaining your ideal job and pursuing your career goals.

Our commitment to both candidates and clients is equalled only by our professionalism and dedication to providing the best possible service.