Average Apprentice Engineer salary in the UK

Job Title: Finance ApprenticeLocation: Poole, DorsetSalary: Depending on experience and study levelJob Type: Permanent, Full timeAre you a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Finance Apprentice to join our close-knit finance team of four at Vent Engineering, a dynamic SME with 100 employees. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience, support key financial operations, and progress your professional qualifications in a supportive environment.About Us:Ventec 100 Limited is a leading provider of natural and smoke ventilation systems to business and local authority customers throughout the UK.Well known for innovation, customer commitment, reliability and value, our success is built on a practical straight forward approach with over 36 years of best practice in ventilation systems. We take complex problems and make them simple.We believe business is all about people. Our team work hard building strong relationships with our customers to help achieve their ventilation project goals.The Role:You will work closely with each member of our experienced finance team, learning core processes and providing essential support. Your initial focus will be on processing tasks within Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR), alongside cash reconciliations.As your knowledge and training progress, you will take on more responsibility and sophisticated tasks, developing into a well-rounded finance professional.Key ResponsibilitiesAssisting with the end-to-end processing of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.Performing daily, weekly, and monthly cash and bank reconciliations.Supporting month-end close procedures with accurate data entry and preliminary analysis.Learning and utilising our finance software systems effectively.Collaborating with various departments to resolve invoice queries and ensure accurate financial records.Maintaining organised and up-to-date financial documentation.Embracing new learning opportunities and taking on additional tasks as required by the Group Finance Director.About you:We are looking for a highly motivated individual who meets the following criteria:Essential Experience & Qualifications:You are currently studying towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, or CIMA).Ideally, you are in your second year or further into your studies.Ideally, you have a minimum of one year of prior work experience in a Finance or office administration role.Personal Qualities:To succeed in this role, you will need the usual essential qualities:Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy in all tasks.Reliability and a strong sense of responsibility.Ability to work in a timely manner and manage deadlines effectively.Proactive problem-solver: you don't just spot issues; you actively seek solutions.Adaptable and Flexible: comfortable working in an SME environment where priorities can shift quickly.Strong communication skills: confident in engaging with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders.Eagerness to Learn: a genuine desire to absorb knowledge and develop new skills continuously.Team Player: willing to support colleagues and contribute positively to the team dynamic.What We Offer:A supportive and friendly team environment within a growing SME.Hands-on experience across multiple facets of Finance operations.Full support for your professional qualification through study leave and funded courses/exams.Opportunities for career progression within the company upon successful completion of your apprenticeship/qualification.Pension scheme, cycle to work, free parking, annual leave entitlement 23 days plus Bank Holidays which increases after 2 years of service, Healthcare from the 2nd year of service.How to ApplyIf you are ready to accelerate your finance career and become a vital part of our team, please click APPLY to submit your CV and covering Letter by 25 March 2026Ventec 100 Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role.Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of: Junior Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger, Assistant Accountant, Junior Financial Administrator, Accounts Apprentice, Finance Support, Junior Accountant may also be considered for this role.

As the UK’s largest independent engineering and services business, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach has enabled us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing innovative solutions using the latest tools and technologies.   Our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence form the foundation of our company and guide the way we work and behave.   At NG Bailey, we recognise the importance of having apprentices in our workforce. Our industry-leading approach develops the behaviours, skills, knowledge, and experience our apprentices need to build a successful career. We work in partnership with a national network of colleges to offer some of the best training in the industry.   Apprenticeships are available for anyone over 16 years of age. They offer you the opportunity to earn a wage and work full time in your chosen trade area. This means you develop your skills in a real working environment from day one and are able put the skills you learn at college, directly into practice at work. Do you want to kick start your career in engineering by helping to shape the future of modular construction? Are you excited by the idea of seeing a fully built plantroom, riser or power module leave a factory knowing you helped to deliver it? Do you want hands on engineering experience across design, manufacturing and quality, while earning at the same time? If this sounds like you, join NG Bailey’s Offsite Manufacture (OSM) team at our industry leading facility in Oakenshaw, where we design and manufacture modular and prefabricated engineering solutions for some of the UK’s biggest projects - from hospitals and data centres to energy and infrastructure projects. Every day is varied, technical and rewarding. You’ll work alongside experienced Mechanical and Electrical Engineers to help deliver modules, prefabricated plantrooms, risers, bracket packages and other OSM solutions from concept to completion. As an NG Bailey apprentice you will: Learn about our award-winning approach to working safelyLearn from industry leading specialistsWork daily with engineers, designers, planners and manufacturing teams in our Oakenshaw facility.Experience first-hand how modular M&E solutions are designed, fabricated and assembled.Develop strong engineering and technical skills In your role you will: Learn to read and understand engineering drawingsUnderstand how the different modules and packages are built from start to finish, including checking quality.Attend project meetings and support engineers to meet client requirementsHelp identify risks, solutions and opportunities during design and buildProvide input for progress reporting and weekly production reviewsBuild relationships with clients, internal teams and supply chain partnersSupport quality checks in the factory and help resolve technical issues on the shop floorGradually take ownership of smaller OSM packages as you progressPromote excellent health and safety in a manufacturing environmentWork collaboratively with colleagues from different disciplinesBe proactive, organised and self-motivatedRepresent the NG Bailey values: Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence You’ll learn how engineering solutions are built “start to finish” - not just on drawings, but physically in front of you. We are looking for people who: Are curious, keen to learn and passionate about engineeringEnjoy hands on problem solving and understanding how things are builtCan communicate clearly, both verbally and in writingWork well in a team but can also take ownership when neededStay organised and demonstrate excellent timekeeping and reliabilityCan follow technical instructions and work safely under pressureShare our values of doing work safely, responsibly and to a high standard You will attend college on block release to complete the Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician apprenticeship and regularly attend in house training and development as part of the programme. To apply you need: 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C/4 or above in English Language, Maths, Science and 2 other subjects. Plus, have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) 2x A Levels grade C (or equivalent such as BTEC Extended Diploma, Level 3 Diploma, Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship) in STEM subjects. Please note, to be eligible for an apprenticeship you: Must be able to complete the apprenticeship within the required time, including the End-Point Assessment.Must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.Must be ordinarily resident in the UK or its territories for at least 3 years before starting the apprenticeship. Further eligibility details can be found online at https://guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory eligibility checks. Ready to apply? If you are applying for this role, take a look at our application hints and tips for guidance on what good looks like.  We receive a lot of applications, find out how you can make yours stand out. Apprenticeship-Hints-and-Tips.pdf (ngbailey.com) What happens next? If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we then wish to progress your application further, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre at which we will shortlist for final interviews. PLEASE NOTE THIS VACANCY MAY CLOSE BEFORE THE ADVERTISED CLOSING DATE IF A LARGE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. EARLY APPLICATION IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED. NG Bailey is an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants w

As the UK’s largest independent engineering and services business, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach has enabled us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing innovative solutions using the latest tools and technologies.   Our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence form the foundation of our company and guide the way we work and behave.   At NG Bailey, we recognise the importance of having apprentices in our workforce. Our industry-leading approach develops the behaviours, skills, knowledge, and experience our apprentices need to build a successful career. We work in partnership with a national network of colleges to offer some of the best training in the industry.   Apprenticeships are available for anyone over 16 years of age. They offer you the opportunity to earn a wage and work full time in your chosen trade area. This means you develop your skills in a real working environment from day one and are able put the skills you learn at college, directly into practice at work. Are you looking to kick start your career as a Project Engineer? Do you want to work on exciting building services projects that challenge you daily and get paid while you do it? Do you want to be involved in delivering complex electrical or mechanical systems safely, profitably and to customer satisfaction? Do you want to walk past a building and know you played your part in its journey? If the answer to these questions is yes, then join NG Bailey and be part of the next generation who bring to life the next nuclear power station, hospital, school or theme park. Maybe you’ll help save the environment in your own small way by being involved in the delivery of low-carbon technologies on a new wind farm or battery factory. A typical day will be diverse, challenging and very rewarding. You will be part of our experienced Engineering Team, learning how electrical or mechanical building services systems are designed, installed, commissioned and handed over on complex construction projects. As an NG Bailey apprentice you will: Learn about our award-winning approach to working safelyWork in our offices and on construction sitesBe prepared for early starts and travel away from homeDevelop strong working relationships with experienced engineers, site teams and project managersHave a strong support network giving you the chance to build your confidence, skills and professional judgement This role is designed to develop over time. You will start with core processes and supervised tasks, building technical knowledge and responsibility as your competence and confidence grow. You will learn to: Develop a technical understanding of electrical and/or mechanical building services systems installed in commercial and complex buildingsRead, understand and work with technical specifications, drawings and schedulesWork with engineers and BIM teams to coordinate designs and resolve technical queriesRaise and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and understand the importance of clear audit trailPrepare and deliver Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) to support safe installation activitiesSupport the procurement process, including requesting quotations, assessing technical compliance and placing ordersAttend project meetings with clients, designers, contractors and internal teamsPrepare information for progress reports, programme updates and cost controlWork with your project team to monitor installation progress against the programme and identify risks, solutions and opportunitiesLearn how to manage change, including the importance of early warning notices and their impact on time and costSupport commissioning activities and ensure systems are delivered and handed over in line with quality standards and completed drawingsAs you gain experience, manage small sections of a project and take responsibility for meeting agreed targets and deadlines We are looking for people who: Are keen to learn and develop technical and professional skillsShare our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and ExcellenceAre organised, well prepared, and demonstrate good timekeeping and attendanceCan communicate clearly in writing and in personEnjoy working as part of a team but can also act independently when requiredCan follow instructions, manage competing priorities and work under pressure You will attend college on block release to complete the Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician apprenticeship and regularly attend in-house training and development as part of the programme. To apply you need: 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C/4 or above in English Language, Maths, Science and 2 other subjects. Plus, have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) 2x A Levels grade C (or equivalent such as BTEC Extended Diploma, Level 3 Diploma, Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship) in STEM subjects. Please note, to be eligible for an apprenticeship you: Must be able to complete the apprenticeship within the required time, including the End-Point Assessment.Must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.Must be ordinarily resident in the UK or its territories for at least 3 years before starting the apprenticeship. Further eligibility details can be found online at https://guidance/apprenticeship-funding-rules. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory eligibility checks. Ready to apply? If you are applying for this role, take a look at our application hints and tips for guidance on what good looks like.  We receive a lot of applications, find out how you can make yours stand out. Apprenticeship-Hints-and-Tips.pdf (ngbailey.com) What happens next? If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we then wish to progress your application further, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre at which we will short