Electronics assemblers work as part of a team making electronic components and equipment.
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The figures below are only a guide. Actual pay rates may vary, depending on:
The starting salary is often based on the National Minimum Wage (NMW).
As of 1 April 2020 the National Minimum Wage is £4.55 an hour for workers aged 16 to 17, £6.45 an hour for workers aged 18 to 20 and £8.20 an hour for workers aged 21 to 24. The National Living Wage is £8.72 for workers aged 25 and over.
At present the apprentice rate, for those aged under 19 or aged 19 or over and in the first year of their apprenticeship, is £4.15 an hour (1 April 2020).
With experience this can rise up to around £11.00 per hour. You can get additional earnings by working overtime.
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SEMTA is the Sector Skills Council for science, engineering and manufacturing technologies. The website includes a careers section showing progression routes in the industry.
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The following organisations may be able to provide further information.
Enginuity (formerly SEMTA)
Tel: 0845 643 9001
E-mail:
Customer.Services@enginuity.org
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https://enginuity.org/
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