Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary Group; Birmingham; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 21.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health and wellbeing support

Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave arrangements

Annual leave and pension scheme

Training and career development

Flexible working options

Descripción de la vacante

Sanctuary Care in Birmingham is recruiting an Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative to join Bartlett Green Lodge in Bartley Green. You will work 39 hours per week and earn £19,468.80 per year while you learn on the job, gaining practical skills in maintenance and care support.

With our supportive culture and Investors in People Platinum status, you’ll receive training, supervision, and opportunities to grow within Sanctuary Care as you complete the apprenticeship.

Formación

• Minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
• Under 19: may need Functional Skills in English and Maths.
• Age 19+ may choose Functional Skills or opt out.

Responsabilidades

• Apprentice learns on the job, gaining hands-on care experience.
• Contributes to resident daily activities and well-being.
• Receives training and guidance to progress in the role.

Conocimientos

Practical abilities

Problem solving

Positive attitude

Eagerness to learn

Physical work

Educación

GCSE English & Maths

Descripción del empleo

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Title: Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands, GB, B32 4ER

Operation: Sanctuary Care

Closing Date: 06/11/2026

Salary: £19,468.80 per annum

Requisition: 230175

Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

£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.

You don’t need experience to get started, just a positive attitude and a genuine desire to support others. You’ll bring curiosity, kindness and the motivation to learn new skills. We’ll provide the training, guidance and encouragement to help you succeed and take your next steps in your career.

• 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 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