Meet - Hovis
From breakfast to a midnight snack, Hovis has been the heart of UK homes for generations with love in every loaf. Now, as we continue our story, we’re looking for talented, dedicated and innovative people to join our exceptional Hovis team. You’ll be joining an expert, trusted and empowered team of 2,800+ people who champion our iconic and much-loved brand, delivering the best quality range of Hovis bakery goods to happy consumers for over 133 years. So loved in fact that Hovis products are ranked number one or number two in bread loaves categories in all regions of the UK and Northern Ireland (1), and we’re the nation’s 5th most popular FMCG brand (2)!
Skills we look for
What makes us a great employer
Benefits and competitive salary
By joining our team you’ll feel rewarded right from the beginning. Starting with a competitive engineering apprentice salary, wellbeing support and plenty of benefits baked in, here’s a top crust taster of what we offer:
- Competitive annual leave and flexibility where possible for a healthy work-life balance.
- Aviva DigiCare+ App, which includes gym and health discounts, annual health checks, digital GP consultations, nutritional advice, and much more.
- Hovis Choice benefits platform for everyday £££ savings, cashback and discounts.
- Three levels of pension schemes to suit you.
- Free on-site parking.
- Support local and national causes, including food banks.
A welcoming workplace for everyone
At Hovis, we believe in embracing diversity and creating a welcoming workplace for everyone. Whether you’re applying for a job or already part of our team, we promise to treat you with fairness, respect, and dignity. You will be valued and included here at Hovis. Does this sound like the right environment for you? If so, we would love to hear from you.
Apprenticeships Details
Engineering Apprenticeship: what’s involved?
During your apprenticeship, you will be:
- Based at one of our nationwide manufacturing sites (other than your college stay).
- Enjoying college life and staying away from home for up to 20 weeks in year 1 and for between 4 and 8 weeks in subsequent years. Alternatively, some Hovis apprentices attend college on a day release basis if geographically able to do so.
- Studying and training in a cohort with other apprentices from across our network.
- Covering various aspects of Engineering and will have the opportunity to gain an Apprenticeship Standard level 3 qualification and a level 3 Diploma in Food & Drink Engineering Maintenance.
- Visiting other UK manufacturing sites and developing the technical, professional and behavioural skills needed to be successful.
Why join Hovis as an Engineering Apprentice?
- Make new friends and benefit from a nationwide Hovis apprentices support network.
- Develop through a programme of bespoke workshops for apprentices, where you can work on your new skills and apply them to your job.
- Take advantage of a nurturing support system including an Apprenticeship Mentor and constant training and guidance.
- Enjoy a real job and salary, with real responsibility – develop your career in a structured, focused and professional manufacturing environment.
- Benefit from our carefully selected college providers who have specialist training facilities for process manufacturing industries and share our passion for quality delivery.
Here’s what we look for in an apprentice:
We’re thrilled that you’re considering an apprenticeship with us!
Here’s what we look for in the apprenticeship application:
- A positive attitude.
- A willingness to learn.
- Good communication skills.
- Teamwork.
- A genuine interest in the role.
Remember, we’re looking for potential, not perfection. Your enthusiasm and eagerness to learn are what really matter to us.
Applying for our Apprenticeships
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Take some time to reflect that this apprenticeship role and the associated career path are a good fit for you. Please carefully review the job description, the qualifications needed to apply, and the details about the learning, training and work involved. Does it match your skills, experience, and career aspirations?
Once you’re happy that the role is for you then it’s time to complete your online Hovis Apprentice application. You will receive an automatic response on receipt (6th Jan – 24th Feb).
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Hovis will read all applications and may potentially call you for some additional information (11th Jan – 24th Feb).
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If your application is suitable, you will be contacted by a member of the Hovis Talent Acquisition team to arrange and conduct a 30 minute telephone interview.
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The next step is an in person interview and tour at one of our manufacturing sites (between 1st – 28th Feb).
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Final selections are made the week beginning 10th March.
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Offers are made to successful applicants from the week beginning 17th March and feedback provided to unsuccessful applicants . Following this, you’ll receive a formal contract of employment and be guided through the next steps of your journey with Hovis, including any necessary background checks and register you with the apprenticeship programme training provider.
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Successful applicants will start their apprenticeships with Hovis from 26th August.
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Need some extra support?
We’re thrilled that you’re considering an apprenticeship with us!
We’re excited to see your application and learn more about you.
We know applying can feel both exciting and a little daunting, but don’t worry we are here to help you every step of the way. Remember, every expert was once a beginner.
If you require any extra support or help with your application, please click here .
Good luck!
Behind the Scenes
My experience as a Hovis® Apprentice - Youssef Hachem
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