About the apprenticeship
We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Plumber to join our North West team, covering Oldham and the surrounding areas of Greater Manchester.
The Apprenticeship Programme at The Guinness Partnership provides a blend of hands-on experience and structured learning, designed to help you build a solid foundation in your chosen trade. The apprenticeship is expected to last 48 months, during which time you will work towards achieving a Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician Level 3 qualification.
You will work 39 hours per week, which includes dedicated learning time at your college to support your development and the successful completion of the apprenticeship. Your working hours will be Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm and Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm. Throughout your apprenticeship, you will be supported by a dedicated mentor who will provide guidance, coaching, and development support to help you succeed.
What we are looking for
We are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals with good practical skills and a genuine interest in their chosen trade. You should enjoy working as part of a team, bring a proactive and positive approach, and have effective communication skills, along with a willingness to learn and a passion for delivering excellent service to our residents.
To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate a strong commitment to your own personal development and career progression.
The college/training provider will be based at Oldham College, OL9 6AA; please ensure you are able to travel to and from this location reliably.
Salary
The salary is dependent on age and is above government recommendations for the National Minimum Wage and the Living Wage:
Under 18: £17,094 per annum (Year 1)
18-20: £23,184 per annum (Year 1)
21 and over: £25,895 per annum (Years 1 - 3)
Desirable qualifications
GCSE Maths and English at Level 4 or above (or equivalent functional skills), or a willingness to achieve these with support during the apprenticeship.
For candidates who are part-qualified, the contract duration will be adjusted to reflect the remaining length of the apprenticeship.
This position will require a basic DBS check which will be paid for by The Guinness Partnership.
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Salary description
£25895.00 - £25895.00 per year