Mechanical Engineering Apprentice
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Company: Scott Bader Company Limited
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Location: Wellingborough, NN29 7RL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £21,157.50 per year
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Sector: Engineering
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Ref: VAC-14424
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Application Deadline Date: 21/06/2026
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Start Date: 07/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm
Brief Description
Scott Bader in Wollaston near Wellingborough are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Apprentice. You will complete a Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship, developing the skills and knowledge to become a Multiskilled Maintenance Engineering Technician.
Qualifications Required
To be considered for this role you will ideally need to have GCSE grades 9-4 (A*- C) in English and maths.
If you don't meet the entry requirements for this vacancy but are still interested in an apprenticeship, please contact our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team who can discuss this with you further - apprenticeships@bedford.ac.uk or 01536 413508
Personal Qualities
Quality conscious and methodical approach to work, with excellent attention to detail.
Skills Required
Team working skills, problem solving abilities.
Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively - verbally and in writing - with internal and external contacts at all levels
Training to be Provided
- Level 3 Mechatronics Maintenance Technician
- Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Future Prospects
Full time position on completion of your apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
Who are Scott Bader? Scott Bader is an employee-owned global manufacturer of advanced composites, adhesives and polymers. Founded in 1921, they employ 800 people across 7 manufacturing sites and 18 offices worldwide.
As a business owned by its employees, they share success, think long-term, and balance commercial goals with social purpose.
During this apprenticeship you will be working alongside experienced engineers, you will gain hands-on experience, learn core engineering principles, and support maintenance and engineering projects across site.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Complete a structured apprenticeship programme (on-the-job training and formal study)
Support maintenance, inspection and repair of mechanical, electrical and control systems
Assist with fault finding and problem-solving on equipment
Work safely at height and with manual handling where required
Follow health & safety procedures and maintain high housekeeping (5S) standards
Keep accurate maintenance records and support continuous improvement
Diversity & Inclusion:
The companies aim is to create an environment that is welcoming to all people and ensures people treat each other and customers with respect. They appreciate different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues feel they can express their views freely, and create a working atmosphere in which everyone is able to deliver a high-quality service.
To be successful in this role:
You will need to have a practical, hands-on approach with good problem-solving skills
An eagerness to learn and develop technical skills
A strong awareness of health & safety
You will need to be aged 18+ (due to site safety requirements)
Other Information
You will need to be aged 18+ (due to site safety requirements)
Scott Bader offer a Competitive salary + company bonus scheme
Enhanced pension (up to 10% employer contribution)
Private medical insurance + employee benefits
25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy 5 extra days)
1 paid volunteering day + matched charity fundraising (up to £1000)
Onsite perks including parking, EV charging, cafeteria and swimming pool
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team. Please note this is part of the recruitment process and must be completed in order for your application to be progressed to the next stage. Please ensure you are able to commute to both workplace and college.