Apprenticeship schemeCavendish Nuclear (Babcock)

Cavendish Nuclear Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Degree Apprenticeship (Leicester, September 2027)

A 4-year degree apprenticeship at Cavendish Nuclear in Leicester, combining technical learning with real-world engineering as you help design, build and maintain specialist nuclear facilities. It starts on 1 September 2027 and closes on 7 December 2026, with study through the University of Derby.

At a glance

Run by
Cavendish Nuclear (Babcock)[1]
Who it’s for
GCSEs at grade C in English, maths and science (plus two other subjects) and A-levels in maths and physics (grade C). Security clearance and UK nationality rules apply. No age range is stated.[2]
Entry
Students apply themselves
Worth
Paid degree apprenticeship with a fully funded qualification studied at the University of Derby, 28 days holiday including bank holidays and a competitive pension.[3]
Cost
Not stated
Year groups
Year 13
Where
England (Leicester)
Format
In person
Dates

Sources

4 sources
  1. GOV.UK Find an apprenticeship (Cavendish Nuclear listing)

    Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Degree Apprenticeship – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

    Over 4 years, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge and professional experience to kick-start a career.

    Checked 24 October 2026

  2. GOV.UK Find an apprenticeship (Cavendish Nuclear listing)

    Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Degree Apprenticeship – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

    Under applicable national security legislation, this post may only be occupied by a sole UK national.

    Checked 24 October 2026

  3. GOV.UK Find an apprenticeship (Cavendish Nuclear listing)

    Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Degree Apprenticeship – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

    28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays

    Checked 24 October 2026

  4. GOV.UK Find an apprenticeship (Cavendish Nuclear listing)

    Electrical, Control and Instrumentation Degree Apprenticeship – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

    Closes on Monday 7 December 2026

    Checked 24 October 2026

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Closes on Monday 7 December 2026; starts Wednesday 1 September 2027[4]

Apply on findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk (opens in a new tab)