Apprentice jobs in United Kingdom

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The Opportunity

This four year apprenticeship combines college-based learning with on-the-job training. You will attend a local college, learning the fundamentals of engineering whilst working with our engineering experts in Hospitals, focusing on the necessary skills to prepare you for the role. These activities will be coordinated by a designed apprentice mentor.

You will learn many skills, such as diagnosing faults with the equipment and implementing solutions. Alongside this you will develop all the capabilities required to deliver best in class service. You will get the opportunity to visit our head office and state-of-the-art training facilities in West Sussex to undertake Technical training under the guidance of our Certified Trainers. Following a successful apprenticeship you will have gained a recognised Level III engineering qualification and the opportunity to apply for a permanent position within our expert engineering team, where a suitable role is available.

Who you are

To apply, you will need:

• At least two A-Levels in any subject (or equivalent qualifications)

• At least five GCSEs (grades 9–4) including Maths and English

• A full driving licence (evidence of ongoing learning is acceptable)

Also the ideal candidates have excellent practical skills, a strong attention to detail and enjoy working in a team with good problem solving and communication skills. It’s also important to us that you have a passion about developing a career in engineering with an interest in science and desire to learn new skills.

Location and Recruitment Process

We offer three positions, each based in a specific region of the United Kingdom: Cheshire, North Lincolnshire, and Hampshire.

This is a field-based role, with approximately four days per week spent working within your assigned territory. You will be required to operate primarily within your designated region, with occasional travel as needed to support business requirements.

Your College studies will also be located within the designated region. (1 day per week)

Disclosure notes:

This programme offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive salary with annual review, annual bonus, access to the Roche Total Benefit Fund, pension scheme, and a company car.

Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Candidates must already hold valid authorisation to work in the UK.

Application submission by candidates: deadline Wed 31st December 2025

Phase I: CV and Cover Letter Review (Your cover letter should not exceed one page.)

As part of your cover letter, Roche is keen to understand your motivation in applying for this position.

• Why Roche : What is your key motivation for applying for this role?

• Why you: What personal qualities, skills and experience will you bring in relation to what the role will require?

Phase II. Video interview: Following your application, you will be informed if you are successful and moved to the next stage of the process which will involve video questions / answers to support your application.

Phase III. This final stage is an in-person interview with a panel of technical and people leaders, where we look forward to meeting you and learning more about you.

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Let’s build a healthier future, together.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche Products Ltd. At Roche Products we believe diversity drives innovation and we are committed to building a diverse and flexible working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability or age. We recognise the importance of flexible working and will review all applicants’ requests with care. At Roche difference is valued and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work.