Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing support

Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave and annual leave scheme

Company-funded training

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture

Exclusive retail discounts

Cycle to Work

Salary sacrifice arrangements

Job summary

Sanctuary is inviting applicants for an Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative at Bartley Green Lodge, Birmingham. The role offers hands-on learning in property maintenance within a caring residential setting, helping maintain and improve the home for residents.

You will gain practical experience while working 39 hours per week, with an annual salary of £19,468.80. The programme supports your development and long-term career growth within Sanctuary Care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English & Maths.
• Under 19 applicants may need Functional Skills in English/Maths.
• Strong practical abilities with good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn on the job in a caring, supportive environment.
• Develop skills while helping enrich residents' daily lives.
• Grow confidence and capabilities from day one.

Skills

GCSEs incl English & Maths

Functional Skills (under 19)

Practical abilities

Hands-on, physically demanding work

Positive attitude & eagerness to learn

Job description

Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

Bartley Green Lodge, 137 Field Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 4ER

£19,468.80 per annum

39 hours per week

Earn, learn and grow with Sanctuary Care through our Maintenance Apprentice programme.

We're excited to welcome a Maintenance Apprentice to our friendly team at Bartley Green Lodge in 137 Field Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 4ER. With sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you'll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.

We're proudlyInvestors in People Platinum accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you've already found your calling or you're still discovering it, we'll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we'll help you get there.

When you join Sanctuary Care, you're joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We're proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

Your role

As an Apprentice, you'll learn while you work, gaining hands on experience in a caring, supportive environment. You'll be part of a team that enriches residents' daily lives, building your confidence and skills as you go. This is a role where you can grow, try new things and make a meaningful difference from day one.

Your skills

• A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent qualifications), including English and Maths.
• If you are under 19 and do not hold the required GCSE grades, you will need to complete Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths. Applicants aged 19 or over can choose to complete Functional Skills or opt out.
• Strong practical abilities and effective problem-solving skills.
• A willingness to take on hands-on, physically demanding work.
• A positive attitude and eagerness to learn.

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That's why, alongside 20 days' annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we've created a package to help you thrive:

• Health and wellbeing support - including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria - visit our website for more information.

Please note that initial contact to shortlisted applicants will be via Grey Seal Academy who will be in contact for an initial discussion about the role and to run through their standard Apprentice eligibility checks.

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
• All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

Inclusion is one of our core values

We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

Advert closes on Friday 06 November 2026