The Vita Group
Innovation Centre Degree Apprentice
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Innovation Centre Degree Apprentice
About the Role
At Vitafoam, we’re a forward-thinking business driven by innovation and ESG sustainability. Looking to kickstart your career while earning your degree?
As an Innovation Centre Degree Apprentice, you’ll work alongside our expert Innovation Team, gaining hands-on experience in laboratory research, product testing, and more—all while developing the skills for a successful career.
Critical success factors: You’ll earn while you learn through a degree apprenticeship, earning industry-relevant experience alongside your academic studies.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you’ll contribute to a wide range of exciting projects, including:
- Supporting the development of new polyurethane foam technologies in our R&D laboratory
- Conducting finished mattress performance and quality testing
- Supporting laboratory research using wet chemistry processes in materials science
- Collaborating on translating innovative ideas into tangible furniture and bedding products
- Assisting in design decision-making and product improvements alongside experienced colleagues
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You’ll actively participate, not just observe, helping to create meaningful impactful innovations.
Where You’ll Work
Our Middleton site offers a unique blend of environments to complement your learning:
- Large-scale manufacturing operations to understand production at scale
- Innovation Centre activities, including R&D, product testing, and customer-focused development
Your time here will bridge the gap between lab science and real-world applications.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking passionate individuals who:
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- Are curious and proactive learners, eager to explore new concepts
- Have an interest in science, engineering, or materials development
- Are hands-on practical with a willingness to dive into new challenges
- Excel as collaborative team players, communicating ideas effectively
- Are motivated to balance career growth with degree studies
Essential: Minimum grade C Chemistry A-level and 104 UCAS points.
Why Join Us?
Direct benefits include:
- A hands-on, wage-supported degree apprenticeship
- Immediate access to real-world industry experience
- Contribution to our sustainability-focused mission, crafting a better future
- Development of long-term, transferable skills for career advancement
- Meaningful projects that make a real-world impact
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