Improvement Practitioner Apprenticeship

Improvement Practitioner Apprenticeship

Level: 4 | Salary: £21,641 |

Location:

Devonport, Plymouth | Role  | Final date to receive applications: 12th March 2026 | Programme start date:
September 2026 | Duration: 2 years

Our 2‑year Apprenticeship is designed to develop practical skills that directly impact the operation of one of the UK’s most advanced engineering sites. You’ll apply Lean, Six Sigma and project management principles to analyse problems, map processes and deliver measurable results. Working across production, planning, logistics and project support, you’ll contribute to continuous improvement and drive operational excellence.

• Identify inefficiencies and develop sustainable solutions that enhance performance.
• Apply lean and Six Sigma methodologies, conduct root‑cause analysis, and use data to support decision‑making.
• Facilitate workshops and collaborate with colleagues to generate and implement improvements.
• Collect and interpret data, map processes and produce clear documentation of findings.
• Support the implementation of improvement projects and monitor outcomes.

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English, plus one of the following:
• Three A‑level subjects at Grade C or above
• BTEC Diploma (Pass)
• Access to HE Diploma (30 Level 3 credits at Merit)
• IB Diploma (Pass)
• Partial T‑Level (equivalent to 3 full A‑levels)
• Valid passport or UK driving licence (provisional or full).
• Baseline Personnel Security Standard and Security Check clearance.

• Fully funded Level 4 improvement practitioner qualification.
• Personal development training and career coaching.
• Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays.
• Competitive pension scheme and employee share scheme.
• Flexible benefits: cycle‑to‑work scheme and employee shopping portal.
• Opportunity to participate in STEM outreach and volunteering.
• Automatic enrolment in the Apprentice Development Programme.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if demand is high. Submit your application and any required online assessments as soon as possible to maximise your chances of consideration.