Intermediate Apprentice Scaffolding

BAE Systems; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense manufacturer in the UK is offering an Intermediate Apprentice Scaffolder position in Barrow-in-Furness. You will receive comprehensive training in both on-the-job and off-the-job settings, alongside a scaffolding team, while developing safety and practical skills. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 GCSEs including Maths and English. This opportunity provides competitive benefits and a pathway for future career progression.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Flexible discounted health benefits

Employee share plans

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Basic skills in using hand tools and safety equipment required.

Responsibilities

• Complete training in scaffolding and safety procedures.
• Contribute to constructing and dismantling working platforms.

Skills

Teamwork

Health & Safety awareness

Hand tool usage

Education

3 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths & English

Job description

Intermediate Apprentice Scaffolder

Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Cumbria)

Salary: Starting from £14,527 – £23,493 per annum (dependent on age, with annual progression through the scheme duration)

What You’ll Be Doing

• Undertake comprehensive training in an on-the-job and off-the-job environment.
• Work as part of a qualified scaffolding team, gaining responsibility for the safe construction and dismantling of standard and bespoke working platforms, both at low levels and at height.
• Attend a CITB Scaffold training course in two-week blocks, four times annually at an approved Backburn provider, gaining further practical experience in a workplace production environment.
• Learn the basic skills of using relevant hand tools and machinery together with Health & Safety requirements for your role before progressing on to more in-depth training in the use of scaffolding systems and techniques.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

Teams & Culture

Manufacturing – the largest function in submarines at Barrow in Furness with approximately 5,000 people, covering a variety of disciplines. The Submarines Team delivers world‑class vessels such as the Astute and Dreadnought classes.

Why BAE Systems?

You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfil your potential. BAE welcomes people from all backgrounds and welcomes reasonable adjustments for disabilities or health conditions.

Export Control / Security

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Minimum requirement: Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Some roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting.

Qualification Requirements

• 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 9-3 / A* – E, including Maths & English.

Seniority Level

Internship

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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