Defence STEM Undergraduate Sponsorship (DSUS) Scheme - Bristol Abbey Wood, England
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Do you want to be an integral part of maintaining national security now and in the future, whilst developing your skills and career within the Nuclear industry? Then this Defence STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) Undergraduate Sponsorship (DSUS) Scheme could be the opportunity you are looking for!
This is a genuinely exciting time to join the Ministry of Defence (MOD) if you want to be at the heart of real Defence issues. You will get to work on a high profile and distinctive portfolio which is rarely out of the news and have a unique insight into the captivating world of nuclear.
You will require an eagerness to learn, an inquisitive mind with a logical approach to problem solving, be self-motivated and have the ability to learn from practical and theoretical studies. The scheme requires dedication from you to complete the remainder of your STEM degree and commit to work in the Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE) for a minimum of 3 years after you graduate. If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you!
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
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The Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE) is made up of several government and industry organisations which forms part of the MOD that sustains the UK’s nuclear deterrent. This includes the organisations, programmes, and people within government and industry that help deliver the UK’s nuclear capability. There are opportunities in Bristol (with opportunities in Portsmouth (ref 295665) and Reading (ref 295643) due to be advertised shortly):
Bristol - Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA):
The SDA is an executive agency of the MOD that manages the procurement, in-service support and disposal of UK nuclear submarines, which are some of the most complex equipment in the world. The SDA delivers capabilities to the Royal Navy that are essential to the Continuous at Sea Deterrent (CASD), which is the cornerstone of our national security.
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Eligibility
To be eligible for this sponsorship scheme, you must:
Be studying for a degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Maths) that is approved via Engineering Council (engc.org.uk) OR be studying a degree from the list below:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Automotive Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Electrical & Communications / Sensors
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental engineering
- Environmental Science or Sustainability
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Marine Ecology
- Maritime Engineering
- Material Engineering
- Material Science
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Naval Architecture
- Nuclear Engineering
- Nuclear Science
- Physics
- Radiation science
- Robotics
- Safety Engineering
- Software and/or Cyber Engineering
- Structural and Fire Safety Engineering
- Systems Engineering
You can apply for this scheme at any stage of your studies from 1st year to final year
Undertake optional paid work placements for up to 45 days during the summer
Commit to work within the DNE on graduation and for a minimum of 3 years.
Please note that this is an undergraduate scheme so if you have already graduated in your degree, you will not be eligible.
During your studies
If you are accepted onto this sponsorship scheme, whilst you study for your degree, we will:
- Pay your tuition fees (up to £9,250 each year for the remainder of your studies (up to a maximum of 3 years)
- Pay you a bursary of £5,000 each year for the remainder of your studies
- Organise optional paid work placements for you in a variety of locations across the UK - these placements are crafted to give you experience of the DNE that will be of value to your future career and to your development
Upon graduation
On successful completion of your degree, where you are awarded 2:2 or above, we will appoint you to a permanent job within the DNE:
- Your contracted hours will be 37 hours per week
- You will initially start as an Executive Officer (EO) (current minimum £27,080)
- At the 2-year point there may be an opportunity for you to re-grade (promote) to Higher Executive Officer HEO (current minimum £33,830)
- Roles are available in a variety of locations across the UK
- We will continue to support you with professional development in order to maintain your skills and professional accreditation
Interviews will take place throughout Autumn 2023.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Communicating and Influencing
- Working Together
- Leadership
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Application of Analytical Techniques
- Technical Requirements, Evaluation and Acceptance
Benefits
We truly believe that the MOD is a great place to work, and we offer a unique employee experience. We want to ensure that every single employee feels appreciated & fairly rewarded and offer the following additional benefits:
- 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service
- In additional to 8 public holidays per year, you will also receive leave for HM The King’s birthday
- An environment with flexible working options
- Good travel links with free car parking;
- Access to facilities including Nursery, Sports & Social Club, onsite gym, shops and restaurant
- Employee Assistance Programme to support your well being
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity, with access to networks
- Special Paid Leave for volunteering
- Enhanced shared parental leave and adoption leave
- Learning and development tailored to your role and broader skill development, enabling you to build a long-term career in your chosen area.
- A Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
- Cycle Loan (Advance on Salary)
- Thank You Scheme
- Defence Sports & Recreational Association (DSRA)
- Defence Discount Service
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.
Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.
The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.
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Stage 1: Fill in your first stage short application form where you will be required to fill in details of your eligibility including details of your nationality and contact details.
Stage 2: Following completion of your first stage short application form you will be required to complete the full application form. This will include:
- A personal statement (up to 1250 Words) telling us why this sponsorship scheme is of interest to you, along with details of your degree course/university, why you chose the subject any hobbies or external interests you have which will support your application.
- Your behaviour (competency) examples (up to 250 words each). It’s recommended that you write each behaviour in a STAR (Situation, Task, Action and Result) format, focusing on the ‘Action’ – what you did and how you did it. Please consider using technical examples. More information on using the STAR format and the behaviours is provided within the supporting documents.
Please allow sufficient time to complete your application before the closing date. Use the Success Profiles link for information on format and style, ensure you provide evidence for each Behaviour requested within the application.
Stage 3: Only on completion of stages (1-2) will your application be taken forward to the sifting stage.
Stage 4: Bench marking will take place as part of the sifting stage, with successfully sifted candidates being invited to a virtual interview. Interviews are anticipated to take place in Autumn 2023.
You will be asked to prepare a short presentation to be given at interview, this will cover the competences specified in the attached document – the subject will be provided once you are invited to interview.
Please note that not following the appropriate format may mean that you are unable to reach the required grades for sift and interview*
Individuals who are offered sponsorship via this scheme will be subject to references, security and health checks.
Please note that due to the sensitivity of the role we can only accept SOLE UK Nationals. You will be expected to achieve Security Clearance with Developed Vetting clearance to follow (above the normal clearance level expected for the MOD).
No application can be accepted after the closing date.
There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses (where incurred) for the interview.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: [email protected]
As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical.
The role currently being advertised has not been assessed as business critical and is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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