apprentice maintenance assistant

PENNINE CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Ashton-under-Lyne; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare organization in the UK seeks an apprentice plumbing assistant to undertake a level 3 plumbing and domestic heating technician apprenticeship. The role involves providing a comprehensive maintenance service across various sites. Applicants should have a passion for plumbing, a valid UK driving license, and a willingness to work flexibly. This opportunity offers valuable hands-on experience alongside formal training in plumbing systems, and the organization promotes equality and inclusion in recruitment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to Continued Professional Development

Staff discounts in various areas

Health and Wellbeing activities

Qualifications

• Interest in plumbing and heating systems.
• Must possess a valid UK driving licence.
• Willingness to work at any site as required.

Responsibilities

• Complete the level 3 plumbing and domestic heating technician apprenticeship.
• Work across various sites to provide multiskilled maintenance.
• Assist in installation and maintenance of plumbing heating systems.

Skills

Plumbing installation

Maintenance of heating systems

Good communication

Education

Passion for plumbing

UK driving licence

Tools

Basic plumbing tools

Job description

At Pennine Care we believe in investing in our own workforce and encouraging internal development, which is why we are now looking for a new apprentice maintenance assistant specialising in plumbing to join the team. The main focus of the job will be completion of the level 3 plumbing and domestic heating technician apprenticeship, whilst gaining valuable experience across wider maintenance services to provide a comprehensive and responsive multiskilled maintenance service across all building trades. You will have a base but be expected to work at any site as required across the Trust's footprint.

The apprenticeship will be undertaken in collaboration with an approved training provider and includes both classroom sessions, as well as assessment within their workplace environment. Apprentices complete a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate their learning and skills in practice in line with the apprenticeship standards.

Apprentice Plumbing & Heating pathway

• Size and select, plan and install, service, maintain plumbing heating systems.
• All technicians will be required to work on typical plumbing elements such as hot and cold‑water systems and storage, supplies to dwellings and associated pipework, above‑ground pipework, connection to below‑ground, sanitary pipework, fittings and furniture. Appliances and equipment can include boilers, bathroom furniture, sanitary appliances, drainage and rainwater systems.
• Non‑domestic plumbing technician: installation and maintenance of plumbing systems in hospitals and healthcare premises.
• Both roles may work in both indoor and outdoor settings on a range of equipment, systems and building sites.

Sponsorship Information

We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website.

After You Apply

Once your application is submitted, you'll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.

If You're Offered the Role

If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You'll receive a formal conditional offer via email.

Pre‑Employment Checks

To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre‑employment checks in line with NHS Employment Check Standards. These include:

• Identity verification
• Right to work check
• Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
• Professional registration and/or qualification check
• Occupational health assessment
• Employment history and reference validation

All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their HMRC employment history to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will be used to validate employment history and references.

If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current government guidance. If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.

Once Checks Are Complete

The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You'll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.

Additional Information

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.

We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.

We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.

If you are Kind, Fair, Ingenious and Determined then we want you to come and join our #PennineCarePeople. If you're looking for an apprenticeship in plumbing and heating and have a passion to join the NHS, we would welcome your application.

You will be joining a friendly, professional and experienced team of estates site leads and estates services technicians to support you on your apprenticeship journey, whilst being given dedicated time to complete your studies and apprenticeship. You will be working across all our sites, which include offices, mental health in‑patient wards, clinics and other community settings. As you become more competent, you will be required to join the estates on call out‑of‑hours service.

You will be supported to complete a level 3 plumbing and domestic heating technician course over 48 months with a 6 month period for completion of your end point assessment. A valid UK driving licence is essential as you will be required to drive a Trust fleet vehicle as part of your role.

On nearing completion of the apprenticeship, the postholder would be supported to apply for any suitable vacancies within the team but we cannot guarantee any vacancies at that time.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

This apprenticeship will be paid as per annex 21 pay scheme of a band 4 role.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
• Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance.
• Access to Continued Professional Development.
• Involvement in improvement and research activities.
• Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service.
• Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel.