Through UKAEA’s Apprenticeship Scheme, you will build the technical expertise, practical experience, and wider professional skills required for both your current role and future career progression. This is achieved through a combination of formal off‑the‑job learning and on‑the‑job training within a real working environment.
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| Vacancy location | Culham Campus, Abingdon, OX14 3DB, UK |
| Training location | Oxfordshire Advanced Skills, Culham Campus, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3DB |
| Closing date | 02 March 2026 |
The Role
As a Nuclear Health Physics Apprentice, you will support the Health Physics Group that provides routine advisory and monitoring services to site projects to assist in compliance with Health and Safety laws.
You will be required to maintain and reliably deliver a routine radiological protection and occupational hygiene service and to provide specialised monitoring support for a wide range of radiological and workplace hazards.
The Health Physics team are required to provide operational Health Physics advice as requested to engineers and plant technicians for radiological and beryllium related tasks.
Additional Responsibilities:
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Successfully complete the nationally recognised qualification specified within the apprenticeship standard: Nuclear health physics monitor / Skills England
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Attend the designated training provider and develop a strong understanding of the technical knowledge and skills required for the role.
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Act as an ambassador for UKAEA by representing the organisation at external outreach, engagement, and careers events.
Qualifications:
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A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade A–C (9–4), including Maths and English.
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Additional or higher‑level qualifications may be required by the training provider, depending on the apprenticeship level and the applicant’s prior qualifications and experience.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with others.
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Demonstrated interest in, and aptitude for, the chosen area of work.
Benefits:
As an employee of UKAEA you will benefit from:
- Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
- Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
- Flexible working options including family friendly policies.
- Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders,
- Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays
- Wide range of career development opportunities
- A vibrant culture committed to equality and being fully inclusive