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Apprentice Engineer

Warburtons
£21,500
Enfield

Expected closing date: Thursday, 31 December 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Four-year Engineering Apprenticeship at Warburtons' Enfield Bakery.
  • Starting salary of £21,500, increasing annually, with tuition and accommodation paid.
  • Gain a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering.
  • Requires 5 GCSEs (Maths Level 5+, English Level 4+, Science/ICT Level 4+), and to be 18+ by Sept 2027.
  • Applications close in December 2026.

About the Role

Warburtons is looking for Engineering Apprentices to join their family at the Enfield Bakery.

This four-year Engineering Apprenticeship offers training, qualifications, and hands-on experience to become a Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer, with a salary from day one. Tuition fees and first-year accommodation are covered.

Your Apprenticeship Journey

  • Year 1: Full-time residential programme with Midland Group Training Services (MGTS) in Coventry, with accommodation costs covered.
  • Years 2-4: Develop skills back at Warburtons, combining hands-on experience with further training and mentorship.

What You'll Do:

  • Electrical, mechanical, and control engineering
  • Maintain highly automated equipment and production systems
  • Fault-finding and diagnosing problems
  • Repairing and replacing mechanical and electrical components
  • Improving equipment and processes
  • Understanding food and safety standards
  • Learn from experienced engineers and tackle engineering challenges.

What You'll Come Away With:

  • BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering upon successful completion.
  • Skills and experience to begin a career as a qualified Multi-Skilled Engineer.
  • Opportunities for further development in areas like Engineering Management and Project Engineering.

The Perks:

  • £21,500 starting salary, increasing each year.
  • Tuition fees paid.
  • First-year accommodation paid.
  • 25 days' paid holiday.
  • Structured four-year development programme.
  • Dedicated Warburtons mentor.
  • Development and 1-to-1 training.
  • Opportunity to learn alongside national apprentices.
  • Hands-on experience with automation and modern engineering technology.
  • Life assurance.
  • Award-winning contributory pension scheme.
  • Discounted gym membership.
  • Retail vouchers and online shopping offers.
  • Site social events, charity days, and wellbeing initiatives.
  • 24/7 confidential wellbeing support and occupational health services.
  • New starter goodie box.

Essential Ingredients (Requirements):

  • Be 18 or over by 1 September 2027 (due to residential requirement).
  • Achieved five GCSEs or equivalent, including:
    • Level 5 or above in Maths
    • Level 4 or above in English
    • Level 4 or above in Science or ICT.
  • Comfortable working flexibly, including shifts, weekends, and evenings from year three.
  • Enjoy problem-solving and logical thinking.
  • Committed to completing the full four-year programme.
  • Confident communication and teamwork skills.
  • Enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Application Process:

  • Applications close: December 2026
  • Shortlisted candidates contacted: January 2027
  • Assessment Day: March 2027
  • Offers made: March/April 2027
  • Your Warburtons journey begins: Mid to late August 2027