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“I’ve not felt like an apprentice. I’ve felt like a member of the team.’ Brad – Junior Measurement Scientist Put simply, the National Physical Laboratory helps set the standards by which everything is measured – combatting issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases and the development of cutting-edge communications technology. At NPL, our apprentices are making their mark and getting involved in real projects, whilst developing invaluable skills and gaining qualifications. Passionate about their chosen field, they’ve chosen an apprenticeship as a way of getting ahead. And you could too. Being an apprentice at NPL As an apprentice, we’ll expect you to get involved in delivering ground-breaking science, metrology and engineering projects that have a global impact right from the very start – something that doesn’t faze you at all. That’s because you’ll be learning from industry experts who will blend practical experience with the kind of invaluable guidance and theory that will set you on track to gain your Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in either Science (a two-year programme), or Metrology (three years), or Engineering (four years). We’ll even support your development into Professional Institute Memberships. We’ll push and challenge you. But you’ll never feel out of your depth as we’re here to support you and fulfil your potential with us. From team-building and networking, to mindfulness, social evenings and team sports events at the NPL pavilion, we’ll give you the opportunities and skills you need to succeed. What does it take to be an apprentice here? Mostly, we’re looking for passion and potential. You need to genuinely want a career in science, engineering or metrology. So, if you’re a school leaver and have just completed either your GCSEs or A-Levels and want to get on, we’re excited to hear from you.  Beyond that, we’re looking for someone who’ll thrive in an environment like ours. At NPL we learn from each other, respect each other and work together to do better. For ourselves and for our customers. And whilst we’re always looking to stretch beyond what we know, we don’t make things more complicated when there’s no need. Together, we’re helping make the impossible, possible. About NPL At NPL we learn from each other, respect each other and work together to do better. For ourselves and for our customers. And whilst we’re always looking to stretch beyond what we know, we don’t make things more complicated when there’s no need.  Diversity and well-being As a national laboratory, we’re exploring even more commercial routes to market and that’s presenting us with greater opportunity – for you and us. Our success relies on the diversity and talent of our people, we strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued and supported to excel in their chosen field. This value is at the core of our organisation. We believe in a culture of fairness by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, background or any other factor irrelevant to a person’s work. At NPL we are committed to the health and wellbeing of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of benefits (see our careers website for more information). As part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we signed up to the Institute of Physics'  Project Juno  in 2015 as a Juno Supporter. NPL were proud to be awarded Juno Practitioner status in 2018. NPL also joined  Stonewall  as a Diversity champion in 2015, participating in their annual Workplace Equality Index for the equality of LGBT+ community at NPL. In 2018, NPL became a member of the  Business Disability Forum  and joined the disability confident scheme as level 1 committed employer. To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we’re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please  contact us. Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the recruitment, so would encourage you to apply now. We will be publishing assessment centre dates in the next couple of weeks.  

Our Data Science Degree Apprenticeship is the perfect place to realise your future. It’s a dedicated three year apprenticeship, on which you’ll develop your technical and business skills and learn how to approach and solve business problems and develop solutions. You will be taught how to devise and implement best practice using data science techniques. You will also gain experience with data analysis using some or most of the following languages R, Python, Scala and Hadoop. What’s more, you’ll earn your degree as you work, all without the expensive university fees. By the time you’ve graduated, you’ll be a trusted technical professional, working as part of a leading data team. You’ll make a meaningful difference to live projects right from the start as you rotate across a variety of data teams. The development of key business skills such as preparing and managing your own specific projects within the portfolio as well as managing key stakeholders, will compliment your technical education. You’ll be supported by some of the most knowledgeable colleagues in the business. The apprenticeship ultimately offers a permanent role with Santander and following graduation you will have opportunities to further develop your career within Data Science across the business. Where you’ll work As a Data Science Degree Apprentice, you will be based in either London or our IT hub in Milton Keynes (Grafton Gate, Eldergate, or Shenley Wood). However during your programme you may have placements at either of the offices so you need to have the flexibility to travel or move if required. All travel expenses to the secondary office will be covered by Santander. What we’re looking for in you ·       A predicted or achieved total of 112 UCAS points (top 3 A levels or equivalent calculated points only) from the new UCAS scoring methodology, in STEM related subjects ·       A minimum of 3 GCSEs graded A-C and must include Mathematics ·       A genuine interest in data science techniques ·       Customer focused ·       An analytical approach to work ·       A natural curiosity and a love of developing new skills and relationships ·       The ability to independently identify risks and opportunities, and the confidence to speak up with new ideas and perspectives Our behaviours Our people are passionate about truly listening to our customers to make banking more simple, personal and fair. And change like that doesn’t happen unless we all speak up with new ideas and challenge things that could be better. It’s a culture of respect, where everyone supports each other to keep their promises and go above-and-beyond – every day. Successful candidates will join the business at the end of September 2019. Realise your future. Salary: £18,500 plus London weighting if based primarily in the London office