NETWORK RAIL ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP

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MONDAY 27 FEBRUARY  2017

Network Rail Advanced Apprenticeship scheme is open to anyone who will be aged 18 by 1 April 2017. There is no upper age limit.  To apply applicants need at least four A*-C GCSEs (IGCSEs accepted). These must include English, Maths and Science or Engineering. Network Rail are happy for applicants to apply while waiting to sit exams .There are some medical and physical fitness requirements to ensure safety on track. To have the best chance of succeeding I would advise students to take the time to go on their site below and to read the section entitled:

“Give yourself the best chance of succeeding”

Successful applicants will spend part of the first year at Network Rail’s Training Centre; applicants will be allocated a local depot. This is where applicants will be based for the remainder of the first year and the second and third years of the scheme. On applying, Network Rail will consider the vacancies at depots within 60 minutes travel time from the applicant’s current home address. If applicants wish to be considered for a different geographical area, there will be this option.  They have a number of career paths available the initial recruitment process will identify suitable candidates with the right motivation and skills for the Apprenticeship Scheme.   Identifying the career path which best suits the applicant will be discussed at the assessment centre.

https://www.networkrail.co.uk/careers/apprenticeships/apply/