The energy transition represents a huge engineering challenge but is also an opportunity to unlock homegrown skills throughout the country, including in Rushcliffe.
This is recognised by the local MP James Naish, who, having worked in the energy sector for SSE plc between 2017 and 2024, is promoting apprenticeships with National Grid starting in September 2025.
Over the next five years, up to 2029, National Grid will be investing over £30bn in the UK to deliver the most significant transformation of the UK’s electricity grid in generations, supporting the UK’s clean energy transition and driving economic growth.
The company is recruiting for its apprentice programme, providing young people and career changers with the opportunity to build a fascinating and rewarding career in clean energy.
National Grid is the first apprenticeship provider to be rated ‘outstanding’ by Ofsted for three consecutive inspections and has been ranked in the top 25 Best Apprenticeship Employers to work for by Rate My Apprenticeship. The apprentice programme is designed to provide individuals with the skills needed to support the transition to a low-carbon economy and combines both academic study and hands-on learning.
The deadline for applications is 28 February 2025, and students can choose between an advanced or higher apprenticeship programme.
James Naish MP said:
“Having worked in the energy sector and seen some first-class innovation at play, I know that energy sector apprenticeships can allow people of all ages to play a critical role in delivering the UK’s clean energy transition, and offer quick progression at National Grid to salaries over £40,000 within three years.
“I’ve met with National Grid representatives locally at the Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station site and know that, through a mix of studying and practical training at National Grid’s first-class facilities, apprentices can develop new skills and a meaningful career with transferable qualifications.
“I encourage anyone seeking a job that offers continuous training and development, while contributing to the creation of a cleaner energy future, to explore these apprenticeship schemes.”
Georgia Morgan, a National Grid apprentice, said:
“I’m in my final year of a National Grid Advanced Apprenticeship and am delighted with my career choice. An apprenticeship has many benefits, not least the ability to work and study within your chosen field, all while earning a salary and gaining a recognised qualification.
“The course has been a mix of practical hands-on training and classroom-based activities, grounding my knowledge and building my confidence for work in the field. I’m surrounded by incredibly experienced people who have supported me throughout, and there are a variety of different opportunities available on completion of my course. The fact I’m working at the forefront of the energy transition is an added bonus, and I’d fully recommend an apprenticeship to anyone considering their career options.”
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