Building Control Surveyor Degree Apprentice (Level 6)

Cheshire West and Chester; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Pension Scheme

Working reward scheme

Discounted gym membership

Retail discounts

Cycle 2 Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Cheshire West and Chester Council is offering a Level 6 Building Control Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship within the Building Control team, as part of Public Protection Services. You will study towards a fully funded BSc degree while gaining practical experience in a progressive local authority, with structured development and clear progression opportunities.

Successful candidates may start with the RBC Schedule ranging £29,542 to £32,046, with opportunities to progress through the grade as

Qualifications

• Experience in the built environment sector is desirable.
• A Level 4 qualification in Building Control Surveying or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Undertake workplace learning and online study toward the Level 6 Integrated Degree apprenticeship.
• Develop knowledge, skills and behaviours required of a Building Control Surveyor through practical and off-the-job learning.
• Participate in mentoring, coaching and progress reviews to support completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills

Built environment experience

Level 4 Building Control qualification

Education

Level 4 qualification in Building Control Surveying/Building Surveying/Construction/Building Studies or related

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Building Control Surveyor Degree Apprentice (Level 6) within the Building Control team, part of our Public Protectionservices – Are you ready to ‘Play Your Part’? If you are interested in working for a values driven, high performing inclusive Council, read on….

This apprenticeship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience within a progressive Local Authority while working towards the Level 6 Building Control Surveyor (Integrated Degree) Apprenticeship Standard. The role forms part of a career pathway, offering structured development and progression opportunities.

Subject to successful completion of the apprenticeship and meeting the required competencies, you will have the opportunity to progress through the grade 6 Assistant Building Control Surveyor (RBI Class 1) from £29,542 to £32,046.

The successful candidate will undertake a combination of workplace learning, online study, formal apprenticeship training and off-the-job learning activities designed to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required of a Building Control Surveyor. Learning activities may include webinars, online resources, independent study, workplace training, mentoring, coaching and practical experience aligned to the apprenticeship standard.

We are seeking candidates with relevant experience within the built environment sector and/or a Level 4 qualification in Building Control Surveying, Building Surveying, Construction, Building Studies or a related discipline.

The postholder will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by their line manager, workplace mentors and training provider. Regular progress reviews will take place to support development and successful completion of the apprenticeship programme.

Candidates with relevant prior qualifications and/or industry experience may be eligible for a reduced apprenticeship duration through the recognition of prior learning process, subject to assessment by the training provider and awarding institution.

We are a Forces Friendly employer, and an Armed Forces Covenant committed organisation. We welcome applications from defence reserves and other members of our armed forces community.

We may close this job when a suitable number of applications have been received.

Please note that this Apprenticeship is subject to your eligibility to undertake this Apprenticeship Programme. This will be checked by our training provider partner.

This is a Level 6 degree apprenticeship, where you will work while studying towards a fully funded BSc degree. This role follows the Building Control Surveyor (Integrated Degree) apprenticeship standard (ST0652).

Candidates with relevant prior experience or qualifications may be eligible for a shorter, accelerated apprenticeship pathway through recognition of prior learning.

Our modern ‘Hub’ style offices are bright, positive, and collaborative workspaces. We also embrace flexible ways of working.

This is in addition to a

• generous Pension Scheme
• working reward scheme
• discounted gym membership
• retail discounts
• Cycle 2 Work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

We are incredibly proud to be Investors in People ‘Gold’ status which illustrates that we care about our people, and are ambitious to do even more for them. We truly are an amazing place to work!

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