Apprenticeship Program at the Barnes Aerospace-Newton Abbot Site
Q: What kind of training does the Barnes Aerospace-Newton Abbot Apprenticeship Program provide?
A: Apprenticeship Standard L2 & L3: Apprentices rotate placements in different areas of the business, usually for three months at a time. Each apprentice is provided with a mentor, who they meet with frequently throughout the Apprenticeship Program.
L4 – Specialized pathway TBD on an individual basis, mainly Engineering.
Q: What is the duration of the Apprenticeship Program?
A: The standard Apprenticeship Program is four years long – L2 Engineering Operative (15 months), L3 (33 months) Engineering Technician. During this time, apprentices spend two days at college and three days on site.
Q: How many apprentices does Barnes Aerospace-Newton Abbot hire each year?
A: We typically engage 2-4 apprentices annually, depending on succession planning.
Q: When do you normally recruit people to join the Apprenticeship Program?
A: Advertising typically starts in January/February, with interviews in April/May.
Q: Which schools does Barnes Aerospace-Newton Abbot usually recruit from?
A. We typically recruit from multiple schools around the local area. We attend multiple careers fairs at different schools, including:
- Coombeshead Academy
- Exeter College
- Torquay Academy
Q: Who can I contact for more information?
A: To learn more about available apprenticeship opportunities at the Barnes Aerospace-Newton Abbot site, please contact Lauren Hare at lhare@barnesaero.com.