Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

Sanctuary Scotland Housing Association Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Life insurance

Parental leave

Training & development

Flexible work

Inclusive culture

Discounts

Cycle to Work

Salary sacrifice

Job summary

Sanctuary Care at Bartley Green Lodge in Birmingham is offering an Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative role. You’ll learn on the job, gain hands-on experience in a caring environment, and contribute to residents’ daily lives while developing practical trade skills.

No prior experience is required; a positive attitude and willingness to learn are valued. The programme provides training, guidance and progression opportunities, with strong staff benefits and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent qualifications), including English and Maths.
• Strong practical abilities and effective problem-solving skills.
• A willingness to take on hands-on, physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Learn on the job, gaining hands-on experience in a caring, supportive environment.
• Be part of a team that enriches residents’ daily lives and supports your development.
• Take on hands-on tasks and grow your skills through the maintenance apprenticeship programme.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Curiosity

Practical abilities

Education

GCSEs with English & Maths

Job description

Title: Apprentice Property Maintenance Operative

Birmingham, West Midlands, GB, B32 4ER

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 proudly Investors 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.

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

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 arrangementsandannual leave purchase scheme
• Company‑funded trainingand ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working optionsand aninclusive culturewhere 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

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.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.

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