Property Maintenance Apprentice

Luton Sixth Form College; Luton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Luton is offering an apprenticeship in Property Maintenance. Candidates will perform basic maintenance tasks and gain practical experience while working towards an industry-recognised qualification. Applicants should have GCSEs in English/Maths and a keen interest in the property sector. The role requires strong organizational skills and understanding of health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Keen interest or experience in Property Maintenance.
• Customer focused experience is advantageous.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of health and safety issues.
• Willingness to complete a Level 2 Property Maintenance Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance tasks like painting and plumbing.
• Comply with health & safety and college policies.
• Assist with building and grounds security.

Skills

Interest in Property Maintenance

Customer Focus

Organizational Skills

Understanding of Equality and Safety Issues

Education

GCSEs in English/Maths (minimum grade 4)

Job description

Overview

Working 37 hours per week for 52 weeks per year. Core hours for this team are 06.30am - 18:00pm, however flexibility is a required as the Site Team support early and late opening of the College as required, for example Open Evenings, or opening early for the Exams Team.

You will learn the ins and outs of maintaining a safe, efficient, and welcoming college environment while gaining practical experience and working toward an industry-recognised qualification. The successful candidate will gain experience in electrical, plumbing, carpentry and grounds maintenance; as well as developing a clear understanding of compliance checks and legislation.

Responsibilities

1. Performing basic maintenance tasks (e.g., painting, carpentry, plumbing, tiling repairs)
2. Complying with health & safety protocols, safeguarding guidelines, and college policies
3. Assisting with the security of the building and grounds

Candidate profile / Qualifications

1. Has a keen interest, or some experience in working in Property of any type
2. Is working or has worked in a customer focused role would be advantageous
3. Has strong organisation skills with attention to detail
4. Understands issues relating to equality, diversity, health and safety and the safeguarding of young people
5. Possesses GCSEs in English/Maths (minimum grade 4) to be considered for Admissions into the Apprentice Training Programme
6. Is willing to complete a Level 2 Property Maintenance Apprenticeship (Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship | West Herts College), by on-the-job training and assessment

About the College

Luton Sixth Form College was established in 1966 as the first sixth form college in the Country. Since then, our deep commitment to our young people and our focus on improving outcomes, has ensured that the student experience is rooted in quality and educational excellence. Our impressive track record speaks for itself and our long-serving staff are hardworking, dedicated, feel valued and consider the College to be an amazing place to work.

Apprentice salary and eligibility

• Aged under 19
• Aged 19 or over in the first year of their apprenticeship
• Apprentices are entitled to the minimum wage for their age if they are aged 19 or over
• Apprentices are entitled to the minimum wage for their age if they have completed the first year of their apprenticeship
• National Minimum Wage
• 19 to 20: £10.00 per hour, £19,240 annual salary
• 21 and over: £12.21 per hour, £23,492 annual salary