Modern Apprentice – Plumber (4 year programme) - EAD08458

East Dunbartonshire Council; Kirkintilloch; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a Modern Apprenticeship Programme that provides a fantastic opportunity for young individuals to gain hands-on experience while working towards a qualification. This role as a Modern Apprentice Plumber involves working with the Property Maintenance Team, where you will assist in various plumbing and heating projects. The supportive environment encourages personal contributions and professional development, making it an ideal starting point for anyone looking to build a successful career. If you're aged between 16 and 24, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include English and Maths at National 5 Level or above.
• Candidates must be aged between 16 and 24 years old (or 16-29 if disabled or care experienced).

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and delivering property maintenance projects.
• Develop competence, skills, and knowledge as a craft apprentice.

Skills

Plumbing

Heating Systems

Teamwork

Problem-Solving

Education

English at National 5 Level

Maths at National 5 Level

Job description

Job Summary

MODERN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME

If you are interested in joining a Council that works together to achieve the best for the people of East Dunbartonshire, gaining hands-on work experience and a qualification, then East Dunbartonshire Council offers an ideal opportunity to start building your career. The programme provides a chance to work for a Council committed to supporting employee development in a supportive, respectful environment that encourages ideas and personal contributions.

Applications are invited from residents within East Dunbartonshire or those attending an EDC secondary school, possessing the required qualifications, and aged between 16 and 24 years old (or 16-29 if disabled or care experienced) as of August 2025.

Modern Apprentice Plumber (4-year fixed term) (2 posts)

Based with our Property Maintenance Team, you will assist in managing and delivering property maintenance projects, plumbing, and heating, developing competence, skills, and knowledge as a craft apprentice. Minimum qualification requirements include three qualifications, including English and Maths at National 5 Level or above.

For additional information regarding the SVQ element of the Modern Apprenticeship programmes, please refer to Skills Development Scotland at www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk.

For further information on the Modern Apprenticeship Programme, contact Julie Lambie, Learning & Development Facilitator (Early Careers), at 0141 777 3085 or email [e-mail].

Interviews are expected to be conducted in May/June 2025, with successful candidates starting their apprenticeships in August. Applicants may be considered for other MA roles.

Charter of Commitment

The commitment by East Dunbartonshire Council to job applicants includes:

• Being treated politely, friendly, and welcoming.
• Conducting equalities monitoring to ensure a fair process, with anonymized screening of sensitive information.
• Keeping application information confidential, accessible only to relevant HR and service staff.
• Encouraging applications from individuals with disabilities and offering interviews where criteria are met.
• Making reasonable adjustments for accessibility at interviews.
• Providing timely updates on application status, typically within 3-4 weeks.

PVG/Disclosure Scotland

All roles within East Dunbartonshire Council requiring PVG/Disclosure checks will adhere to the following:

• For regulated work under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2020, successful candidates must join or update their PVG Scheme status before employment confirmation.

Website

www.eastdunbarton.gov.uk