Job description
Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Apprentice - Electrical Installation
Fixed term contract initially for 48 Months
Welwyn
Starting salary year 1: £13,187
40 Hours per week
Are you looking for your next step or change in career? Our Apprenticeship programme gives you a hands-on experience, all whilst working towards a qualification in partnership with our training provider, Stephenson College.
Over the course of the 42-month Electrical Installation apprentice programme, you will work alongside and learn from one of our fully qualified Electricians. You will receive quality training leading to a Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification, nationally recognised. All of this will be supported by the team around you, ensuring you are getting the best out of your apprenticeship!
What will you do?
This opportunity will give you a chance to gain valuable practical experience in 1st and 2nd fix electrics and fitting electrical heating, all whilst learning the customer service skills needed to build a career in the industry.
What skills and abilities do I need to have?
We look for candidates who live and breathe our values; Ambition, Inclusion, Integrity, Quality and Sustainability - and have a willingness to learn, enthusiasm and dedication.
On top of this, practical skills we are looking for are;
- A minimum of 2 GCSEs at grade C or above (grades 4 – 9) or equivalent in Maths and English
- A keen interest in electrical installation and electronic systems
- Good practical and problem-solving skills
Why work for us?
Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary Group’s organisations. As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.
Ready to join us?
Our Benefits
As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:
- 24 days annual leave
- A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
- Life Assurance
- Employee Advice Service including counselling
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Voluntary health plans
- Employee discounts
- Wellbeing support and tools
- Employee recognition scheme
Closing Date: 27th June 2023
Please note that initial contact to shortlisted applicants will be via Stephenson College who will be in contact for an initial discussion about the role and to run through their standard apprentice eligibility checks
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Building Equality and Diversity
Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.