Apprentice Repairs Operative

South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership; Spalding; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible Working Policy

Training opportunities

Career progression

Job summary

South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership offers apprenticeship opportunities in construction and property maintenance with the Housing Repairs Team at South Holland District Council. You will learn hands-on across trades, including electrical, carpentry, plastering and plumbing, with one day per week at Stamford College.

You will gain practical skills, work towards a nationally recognised qualification and contribute to improving homes in the social housing sector while developing into a

Qualifications

• GCSE level 4/C in Maths and English or equivalent.
• Willingness to learn and develop trade skills.
• Reliable, enthusiastic and motivated to work in a team.
• Interest in construction and property maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Learn practical construction and maintenance skills in a supportive working environment.
• Gain valuable experience across trades in the Social Housing sector.
• Receive on-the-job training from experienced colleagues.
• Work towards a nationally recognised qualification.
• Learn core skills of working within a team towards common goals.
• Contribute to meaningful projects and day-to-day activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE level 4/C in Maths and English

Job description

Apprenticeship rate

Start Your New Career With Us – Apprentice Opportunities in Construction Roles

Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want the chance to gain valuable qualifications, develop real workplace skills and earn while you learn?

We're looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our team as Apprentices and take the first step towards a rewarding career in the construction and property maintenance industry.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain hands‑on experience and achieve a recognised qualification while making a real difference to our customers and communities.

Working with our Housing Repairs Team at South Holland District Council you will learn hands on across a wide range of trades, including electrical, carpentry, plastering and plumbing trades. With one day release per week at Stamford College, we are looking for a motivated individual with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn whilst contributing to the ongoing success of our internal repairs team

As an apprentice, you will:

• Learn practical construction and maintenance skills in a supportive working environment.


• Gain valuable experience in improving and maintaining homes in the Social Housing sector


• Receive on-the-job training from experienced colleagues


• Work towards a nationally recognised qualification


• Learn core skills of working within a team towards common goals


• Contribute to meaningful projects and day-to-day activities

We are looking for a dedicated leader with significant experience in property repairs, maintenance and construction-based health and safety.

You will:

• Hold GCSE equivalent level 4/C in Maths and English


• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn


• Be reliable, enthusiastic and motivated


• Work well as part of a team


• Have good communication skills

Why Join Us?

Our internal repairs team takes pride in the service we offer, learning a trade with our team is not just about the bricks, mortar or components of a house – it’s about helping us create and maintain safe homes for our families

You will be studying property Maintenance Operative (level 2). This apprenticeship offers you the chance to gain experience across all the trades we offer, helping you to fine tune your choice of which trades interest you the most for the next step in your professional development.

BENEFITS:

We offer excellent terms and conditions of employment including:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, enjoy peace of mind with generous employer contributions to a scheme designed to provide long-term financial security after your working life


• Generous annual leave scheme +option to buy more


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Employee Benefits Platform including retail, holiday, and leisure discounts


• Cycle to work scheme*


• Flu Jabs


• Free Eye Test voucher for regular screen users


• Flexible Working Policy


• Agile Working Policy*


• Car mileage reimbursement*


• Excellent career progression and training opportunities


• Long Service Recognition*Salary sacrifice car scheme roles over 33k*

*Certain restrictions may apply

ABOUT US:

Boston Borough Council, East Lindsey District Council and South Holland District Council have formed the South & East Lincolnshire Councils Partnership. The largest Council Partnership in the country. Since October 2021, the Partnership Councils have been working closely to deliver improved services to the communities in the sub-region and already there have been many positive outcomes.

Over time, it is envisaged that services will become formally shared across the three Councils creating the opportunity for colleagues to be involved in new and innovate areas of work.

The Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to ensuring all recruitment processes are non-discriminatory and that no potential or current employee is treated unfairly.

Find out more about our Equal opportunities on our website

The Council reserves the right to change the closing date, depending on application numbers. Interviews may be arranged virtually/ in person when suitable candidates apply which may be prior to the closing date.