Apprenticeships FAQ
Here are some common Frequently Asked Questions about our apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are work-based training programmes that are designed to help employers train people for specific job roles. At the same time, apprentices get a paying job with valuable training while they work towards a nationally recognised apprenticeship standard or framework (devolved nations).
Anyone in England aged 16 years old and above, whether employed, unemployed or leaving school. There is no upper age limit. There are no formal qualifications needed to do an apprenticeship however GCSEs (level 4+) in English, maths and science.
Apprentices will earn at least the statutory apprentice wage plus 10% and earning potential not limited by age. Apprentices can increase their pay by passing through Edale’s tiered achievement levels meaning that the high achievers will increase pay more quickly. Contact us for more details.
All apprentices are employed, and have a contract of employment. You are counted as a regular employee so get all the benefits such as holiday leave as well.
It is a four year plan to complete the apprenticeship.
Edale UK Headquaters, see link (address) and college day release 1 day a week in Southampton or portsmouth area.
Edale are engineers of world-class printing and converting solutions for the packaging industry and a leading manufacturer and supplier of high technology, narrow, mid-web flexographic and digital printing presses and converting equipment worldwide.
With 75 years of experience in the printing and packaging industry, Edale applies its award-winning British design and engineering expertise to provide equipment that helps customers deliver quality products day-in, day-out, enhancing image, reputation, and profitability.
Edale exports 75% of its products and specialises in four distinct areas: Cartons, Digital Web, Labels and Finishing and provides a range of standard equipment and bespoke solutions to customers worldwide.
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Print Technician | 2024
If you are passionate about leaning how to become a flexographic printer/machine operator with high standards and great attention to detail this could be the opportunity for you.
Customer Service Support | 2024
If you have a passion for providing great service and taking on Customer Service responsibility for installed machines then take a look at this role.
Mechanical Draughtsman | 2024
If you would have exceptionally high standards and would like to train to become a fully qualified Mechanical Design Engineer take a look at what we can offer.
Project Engineer | 2025
The ideal applicant will be proactive, organised and passionate about engineering and project management.
Software & Controls | 2024
This role will offer the candidate experience in the design and development of electrical control solutions for industrial equipment as well as practical experience in the electrical systems and development of special purpose machinery.
CNC Machinist | 2025
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to receive recognised training skills to programme and operate CNC machinery and work with other departments throughout the business.
Electrical Fitter | 2025
If your good at what you do, you can work anywhere, if you want to be the best at what you do come and work for Edale.
Mechanical Engineer | 2025 –
If you are into precision and like to push yourself to work to the highest mechanical standards this could be the perfect role for you.
Service Engineer | 2025
Are you proactive and organised and have a passion for engineering and machine servicing? If so why not take a look at the full job description and learn from our team of experts.