Business Functional Apprentice

CLOSING DATE: Tuesday 09th February 2027

Ready to build something amazing

Our four-year Apprenticeship Programme at our East Cowes facility is your chance to dive into the world of cutting-edge manufacturing and engineering no experience needed. Youll learn by doing get paid while you train and grow your skills alongside experienced colleagues who will support you all the way.

At GKN Aerospace in partnership with the Isle of Wight College and working in conjunction with the Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard then specialising in a role specific Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard in Years 3 & 4 well teach you the skills you need to succeed combining classroom learning with hands-on experience in real industry-focused environments. With our expert support your curiosity and a can-do attitude theres no limit to what you can achieve.

How Youll Contribute - Build Your Future in Aerospace!

In this business functional role youll be part of a team delivering the future you will experience departments such as programme management supply chain management procurement dont worry well teach you how! You will gain real transferable skills that matter from liaising with our manufacturing and operations departments to customers and suppliers to ensure that resources are available and our products are delivered on time to the quality you would expect from GKN. Your work helps aircraft take flight its exciting and open to everyone. If you enjoy problem solving teamwork and making things happen this is your launch pad to a powerful future.

What Youll Bring

• Willingness to Learn
  Youre open to new ideas ready to take on feedback and always looking to grow. You dont need to know everything now just be ready to learn and improve every step of the way.

• Positive Attitude
  You bring energy enthusiasm and a can-do mind set to whatever youre working on. Even when things get challenging you stay focused and keep pushing forward.

• Curiosity
  You like to ask questions explore how things work and understand the bigger picture. Youre interested in the details and eager to find out more.

Youll be part of a team thats got your back from day one with awesome people ready to support you guide you and celebrate your wins. Were all about creating a friendly inclusive space where everyone can learn grow and smash their goals.

To join us youll need:

5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths and English.

Ideally you will also have a business-related qualification either at GCSE or Level 3.

Notes:

1. Functional Skills Level 2 in English & Maths are a suitable alternative to GCSE English & Maths at grade 4 or above.

2. Other suitable Level 2 qualifications will be considered if you do not have 5 GCSEs.

If youve got the drive well help you build the skills.

Programme Structure:

Years 1 & 2 Your first two years are all about getting you ready to hit the ground running. Youll be onsite from day one building the core skills knowledge and confidence you need to succeed with the right mix of learning support and real role experience to make it happen. You will undertake a Business Administration Apprenticeship rotating through different business functional departments gaining hands-on experience and expanding your knowledge along the way. Youll have regular check-ins with our apprenticeship team to track your progress alongside your college studies.

Years 3 & 4 Youll have completed your Business Administration End Point Assessment and move onto a higher-level specialist apprenticeship focusing in one of the business functional departments: which could be programme management supply chain management or procurement. You will build specialist skills and complete your End Point Assessment all leading to your apprenticeship qualification and full-time role.

At GKN Aerospace we commit to teaching and supporting you to:

• Work safely and accurately by following instructions health & safety regulations and quality procedures well guide you every step of the way.

• Build strong hands-on skills in both an office environment and a live production setting learning how to contribute to high-performance aerospace manufacturing.

• Attend college or training sessions regularly complete assignments on time and apply what you learn in the workplace with our full support.

• Keep clear records of your work track your development and review progress regularly with our apprenticeship team helping you stay on course and grow.

Perks Youll Love!

When you join us youre not just starting a job youre stepping into a future with real rewards. Heres what youll get:

• Starting salary between 16867 to 24520 (based on age related national minimum wage)
• Salary increased annually on completion of targets.
• A 37-hour week
• Half day finish on Fridays!
• 190 hours of holiday (plus bank holidays!) to recharge and relax
• Discounts on your favourite shops and brands
• A top-tier pension scheme we boost your savings for the future
• Life assurance and income protection because your wellbeing matters
• Access to a 24/7 support programme if you ever need to talk
• Virtual GP appointments for you and your close family

Ready to let your career take off Start your journey with a GKN Aerospace apprenticeship and be part of world-class manufacturing at its finest. At GKN Aerospace innovation precision and advanced technology come together to shape the future of flight and you could be right at the heart of it. Apply now!

Note: please apply for one role only. Please use a personal email address for your application rather than a school or parental email address. A cover letter is strongly recommended.