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Description Location: Unit 1 Woodham Industrial Estate, Creighton Road, Woodham, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0QE Working for Aylesbury Granulation Aylesbury Granulation is an independent, family-run plastic recycling company based in Buckinghamshire. Since 2011, they have specialised in processing segregated rigid plastic waste into high-quality regrinds for reuse in manufacturing across the UK. With a strong focus on sustainability, quality, and reliability, they help businesses turn plastic waste into valuable raw material—reducing landfill use and supporting the circular economy. Their small, dedicated team ensures every batch is handled with care, maintaining strict standards of cleanliness and quality. The Package Starting salary of £21,000/year to £24,000/year depending on experience Workings hours are 9:00am to 4:00pm (Monday to Friday) Regular training and CPD opportunities Clear pathway to future plant management On-site parking What will I be doing as an apprentice? We are pleased to offer an opportunity for a Recycling Operative to join our small, dynamic team, supporting day-to-day production operations and assisting with the processing and granulation of waste plastics to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output. This role provides a strong foundation for a career in the plastics recycling industry, offering opportunities to develop practical factory skills, problem-solving abilities, and operational knowledge in a supportive, hands-on environment. Summary of duties: Operate recycling machinery, including granulating and shredding, to process a range of rigid plastic materials such as buckets, bins, crates, and manufacturing scrap. Feed plastic waste safely and efficiently onto conveyors to maintain consistent production flow. Monitor machinery during operation and perform basic troubleshooting to prevent downtime. Move materials between the yard and processing unit using appropriate handling equipment. Change, weigh, and label bags of finished regrind to meet production and quality standards. Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area at all times. Complete production records and paperwork accurately. Work collaboratively with the team to ensure smooth operation and achieve production targets. Take ownership of the process and, once trained, run the line independently. Adhere to all health and safety procedures and company policies. Operate a forklift to move materials around the site (training can be provided for candidates without a experience). Please note: This is a very hands on/physical role. You must be 18+ to apply due to insurance purposes. What could the future look like? When you join Aylesbury Granulation, the possibilities for your success are limitless. As a successful applicant, you have the potential to secure a full-time position within the company at the conclusion of your apprenticeship. The company is seeking an apprentice with the goal of developing a long-term team member following the successful completion of the apprenticeship, as part of their ongoing succession planning. Through practical training on the job, you will acquire new skills and gain the competence and responsibility required for manufacturing and process operations. This apprenticeship programme serves as a stepping stone towards a rewarding career in polymer processing, with the added opportunity for the apprentice to become a registered Science or Engineering Technician (RSci/Eng Tech). This apprenticeship offers opportunities for professional growth, enabling you to specialise in areas such as process optimisation, quality control, or equipment maintenance, and to progress into supervisory or leadership roles within the polymer manufacturing environment. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience About You You are a motivated and reliable individual with a strong work ethic and excellent attention to detail. You take responsibility for your work, are punctual, and have the initiative to work independently as a self-starter. You are committed to doing a job thoroughly and safely, taking pride in the quality of your work. This is a very hands-on and practical role, so you must be physically fit and comfortable with demanding manual work. The role involves moving and handling heavy materials, feeding machinery, operating conveyors, changing bags of finished product, and maintaining a busy production line. You should be confident working in a factory environment where you may be exposed to both hotter and colder temperatures and need stamina and resilience to keep up with a fast-paced workflow. You enjoy practical, tangible tasks and take satisfaction from seeing the results of your efforts. Being responsible, reliable, and consistent is crucial, as is maintaining a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency throughout your work. Experience We value attitude, curiosity, and commitment just as much as past experience. While previous manufacturing experience can be helpful, it’s not essential — we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially those with a genuine interest in the field and the motivation to build a career. You might be a school or college leaver, or someone looking to retrain. Either way, if you’re enthusiastic, proactive, and ready to learn, you’ll fit right in. Some previous factory experience would be beneficial to your application. Qualifications It’s about enthusiasm, not school results. In our experience the most successful apprentices are those who are driven to find out more about the sector, can be up front about what they do and don’t already know, are considerate, self-reflective, and impatient to learn the job role! So how does the apprenticeship work? Over 24 months, you’ll devote a minimum of 6 hours of your working week on ‘off the job’ training. This can include theory training (for example, virtual lessons from polymer manufacturing and materials science to sustainable engineering and advanced technology. At Tiro, we make great things happen for people. And that starts with you.

0 Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. At Childbase Partnership we have been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Our mission is to give children the best possible start in life and instil a lifelong passion for learning. Across all 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and our EduBase Academy, our dedicated colleagues work together to create a lasting, positive impact in our local communities. We are determined to be excellent and constantly strive for the best outcomes, not only for the children in our care but for every colleague too . What makes us special? • We are 100% employee-owned – which means we are all partners, we all have a meaningful voice, and we own our future (this includes sharing profits too, tax-free)., • ‘Number 1’ - we have earned the top spot in the prestigious Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes, all thanks to our extraordinary colleagues., • Record-breaking Green Flag achievements, and climate-positive status - we save more CO2 than we create (take that, climate change!)., • Planting in excess of 2,000 trees in the Eden Restoration project - because the planet needs a hug too. Own your future and join us as an Early Years Apprentice at our Berryfields Day Nursery in 6 Nimrod Street, Aylesbury, HP18 1BB. We are seeking a very special person to join us in this role. Someone who: • Is naturally nurturing, caring and compassionate to others., • Has an interest in child development and how children learn., • Can be a positive role model to the children in their care., • Work as part of a team to create and maintain safe and supportive learning environments across the nursery, plan and implement opportunities to enhance children’s development, and complete observations linked to the early years curriculum., • Interact positively with all nursery users and work in partnership with colleagues and parents to ensure all children’s individual needs are met at all times whilst they are in your care., • Adhere to nursery routines and policies and to seek guidance from your leadership team as required., • Level 3 Early years educator qualification ; there will be an online initial assessment during our screening stage if you don’t already hold maths and English at level 4 or above, to ensure a level 3 apprenticeship is suitable for you., • Level 2 functional skills qualifications in maths and English, if you do not already have equivalent qualifications in these subjects at the required level., • A paediatric first aid qualification., • A full-time role (37.5 hours a week) working with children under 5 in our nursery to gain valuable practical childcare experience., • A varied shift pattern, usually between the hours of 07:30am-18:30pm Monday-Friday. 52 weeks of the year., • 'Off the job' learning time within your working week which will support your studies., • A Trainer/Assessor from our in-house EduBase Academy, who will visit you at your nursery on a regular basis to guide and direct you., • A competitive salary: £7.57 per hour to start, rising to £10.00 per hour once you have completed 6 months in post. If you are aged 21 or over, after 12 months in post there will be a further increase to £12.24 per hour., • From day 1: 75% discount for parents and 40% discount for grandparents at any Childbase nursery., • Generous leave entitlement: 23 days annual leave, plus paid bank holidays., • Exclusive rewards: Tax-free Partnership dividends, qualification reward payment, retail discounts, family fun days with free tickets to UK attractions and cycle-to-work scheme. For your application to be considered, at the time you apply you must: • Have documentation to evidence your right to work in the UK., • Ideally have photographic ID in the form of either a valid passport or a driving licence (full or provisional)., • Have official documentation to evidence of your national insurance number (NI card, HMRC letter or payslip)., • Have access to a computer (laptop or PC) to undertake the initial on-line assessment and to submit on-going coursework., • Have been resident in the UK for at least 3 years. Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Are you passionate about technology and eager to kickstart your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? St Thomas Catholic Academies Trust (StCAT) is looking for a proactive and enthusiastic IT Apprentice to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop a wide range of skills while making a real difference in the educational lives of students and staff. StCAT is a family of schools committed to providing a high-quality education rooted in Catholic values. As an IT Apprentice, you will be an integral part of a central team that supports multiple schools, giving you unparalleled exposure to a diverse range of IT challenges and solutions. You'll work with cutting-edge hardware and software, helping to ensure their students and staff have the tools they need to succeed in a digital world. You will not only be solving technical problems, but you will also be a key part of our community, working with various departments and users to help shape the future of our school's technology. Based primarily in Aylesbury, you may be required to work across any Trust site as needed. The post holder will provide high-quality and timely ICT support services with particular reference to all network, computer, audio visual, and telephony hardware & software used by students and staff. In this role, you'll work towards your IT Support Level 3 Apprenticeship delivered by our expert training team at Baltic Apprenticeships. A Typical Day in the Job: Provide timely and professional 1st and 2nd Line support, including the identification and resolution of all hardware and software issues. Undertake preventative maintenance, repairs, and technical upgrades to ensure all ICT hardware and software is functional and ready for use. Install and configure new hardware and software, including network equipment, workstations, and servers, and monitor their use, capacity, and security. Provide training and support to staff, including in-classroom assistance when required. Administer schools' MIS systems and other essential systems like email, backup, and security. Maintain necessary records including work logs, inventories, and equipment checks. Assist the Partnership ICT Manager in planning for and securing improvements and developments in technology. Ensure ICT equipment meets health and safety legislation and is maintained in a clean and safe manner. Full training and support will be provided by your workplace mentor and from the Baltic team. Salary, Hours & Benefits: Salary: £14,564.00 per annum Annual Leave: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Access support for your well-being Equipment: All necessary equipment will be provided Total Hours: 37.5 hours per week Shift Pattern Varies: 08:00-16:30, 07:30-16:00, or 09:30-18:00 Flexible Finish: Finish 30 minutes earlier on a Friday Lunch: Always a one-hour lunch break Desired Qualities, Skills and Knowledge: Literacy skills to read and understand technical language and instructions. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to problem-solve. A willingness to learn and progress. Able to communicate politely and tactfully with all school users. Grade 4/C in Maths and a grade 5/C in English at GCSE is required for this programme. Your Training with Baltic: This apprenticeship provides the skills, qualifications and experience you need to immerse yourself within an exciting, fast-moving industry and become an effective IT Apprentice. Next Steps: If this sounds like the role for you, send us an application! Once we receive your CV, one of our team will be in touch to help you with the next stage. The application process includes an informal chat with our recruitment team, followed by a more formal employer interview if shortlisted. Eligibility Criteria: You must have the right to work in the UK, and valid residency status to apply for this apprenticeship. INDIT TPBN1_UKTJ