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Company Name
East Midlands Railway
Working Pattern
TBC
Location
Training is based in Derby, with travel and placements across the network.
Job Description
You’ll rotate through a range of placements across the rail industry, seeing first-hand how different teams work together to keep the railway safe, reliable and moving.
Throughout the programme, you will develop the skills to:
- Put customers first – Deliver excellent customer service, supporting customers with a range of needs and creating a welcoming, inclusive experience.
- Make safety a priority – Follow safe working practices, use equipment correctly and apply safety-critical behaviours.
- Communicate with confidence – Engage clearly and professionally with customers and colleagues across different railway environments.
- Spot and report risks – Identify and report hazards, faults, security concerns and incidents using the correct procedures.
- Support railway operations – Assist with responses to disruption and emergencies under supervision, helping keep customers informed.
- Work together – Build strong relationships across different railway teams, contributing to shared team goals.
- Take ownership of your progress – Complete your apprenticeship coursework and assessments, with support from experienced colleagues.
- Be your best – Demonstrate resilience, adaptability and professionalism while upholding EMR’s values and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Closing date
Sunday 1st November
How to Apply
If you would like to apply for this role, and meet the below criteria, please apply here: 2026-RFA Rail Foundation Apprenticeship – Jobs at East Midlands Railway
- You must be aged 17-21 at the start of the apprenticeship.
- If you’re aged 22-24, you must meet one of the following criteria:
- Have an Education, Health and Care Plan.
- Be in care or have been in care.
- Be in prison or have recently left prison.
- Be in care or have been in care.
- Have an Education, Health and Care Plan.