Apprentice Electrician – 48 months

Post Reference 23218-R

Salary details: £10,158.72 per annum. (Apprenticeship rate) (Full Year)

Contract: 37 Hours. Full time, Expected duration 4 years

Are you interested in learning your trade in a college environment? The college is keen to harness and develop the talent of young people in the local area and as such are looking to recruit an apprentice electrician.

As one of the largest Further Education institutions in the country, we offer a range of both academic and vocational courses over a wide range of departments, across 6 sites. We have a strong college community and encourage our staff and students to be their authentic selves, be respectful of others and to be innovative in how they deliver an excellent student experience by creating an exciting future for everyone working and studying across the group.

Why Work at Education Partnership North East?

What can we offer you?

Support and funding to help you achieve a Level 3 qualification as an Installation and Maintenance Electrician.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits, with 35 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, as well as the opportunity to work within a vibrant and welcoming environment.

As an Apprentice Electrical Technician, you will be working as part of a team of engineers and will learn to carry out planned and emergency break down maintenance to electrical and mechanical plant & equipment in buildings.

You will have GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above (or equivalent). Essential to the role is good communication, customer service and IT skills.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate, in their personal statement, practical examples of how they fulfil the person specification.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Depending on the circumstances of the business upon completion of the apprenticeship programme there could be a potential position of employment available.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

To find out more about this great opportunity please visit https://vacancies.educationpartnershipne.ac.uk/ and select the job description and person specification within the Information section. Please note we will only accept EPNE application forms. Any queries please email vacancies@educationpartnershipne.ac.uk.

We are working towards equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Closing date for applications: 12 Midnight 5th May 2023.

Interview date: Week commencing 15th May 2023.

Please note if we receive a high response for this role, we may close the campaign early.