Carpentry Apprentice

More about the company you will be working for

Please be advised this apprenticeship is not working for Places for People, we are supporting with the recruitment for Citizen Housing. Citizen Housing (or Citizen Housing Group) is a large, non-profit social housing provider in the UK's West Midlands, managing around 30,000 affordable homes, focused on providing a "foundation for life" with strong governance and services like financial help, community funding, and support for tenants, operating under the Regulator of Social Housing's highest ratings.

More about your role

As part of this apprenticeship, you will work towards achieving a Level 2 City & Guilds qualification in Carpentry, equipping you with the essential skills, knowledge, and behaviours to succeed in your role.

During your apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to spend up to 4 working days a month at our PfP Thrive training academy based at 1 Centro Place, Derby DE24 8RF. This state-of-the-art facility, supported by highly qualified instructors, will provide you with hands-on training and guidance to help you excel in your position.

The apprenticeship programme will last for 2 years, during which you will develop practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and the confidence to take on various tasks in Carpentry. To complete the apprenticeship successfully, you will need to pass all required qualifications and assessments.

As an apprentice, you're expected to work efficiently and communicate promptly with your line manager if issues arise. You must maintain a clean personal appearance and keep any allocated vehicles or equipment in good condition. Embrace current and future technology to improve service delivery. Attend scheduled meetings with your mentor or manager for instructions and contribute actively in team discussions to support continuous improvement. Handle calls and messages professionally, respect tenants' homes, and leave them clean after completing work. You'll attend college at 1 Centro Place, Derby, meeting all academic and practical requirements. Be prepared for training, even outside normal hours, and always follow health and safety guidelines, customer care standards, and company policies. Support community-focused initiatives and be willing to take on additional reasonable duties as needed.

Should you be shortlisted for interview Citizen Housing will be carrying out an assessment centre on the 2nd February.

Essential Criteria

Interest in Carpentry with exposure in either a relevant college course or DIY at home

You will need to be in a reasonable commutable distance to Derby.

More about you

You will be dedicated to completing the Carpentry Apprentice and attending the block release at PfP Thrive based at 1 Centro Place, Derby DE24 8RF. You will need to consider how to get to and from this location.

You should be able to follow instructions, manage your time well, and be motivated to work with a strong sense of responsibility. Basic IT and keyboard skills are important, as is a commitment to learning and delivering excellent customer service. You're expected to be quick to pick up new skills and maintain a smart, presentable appearance. Ideally, you'll also have GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above in maths and English.

What They Offer:

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.

Benefits of the Citizen Housing company

• Annual Leave:Annual leave starts at 25 days per yearplus bank holidays
• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
• Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
• Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
• Organisational sick pay
• Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match
• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
• Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.

How your data stored and shared

As part of the apprenticeship recruitment process, we may share your personal information (such as your name, contact details, CV, and application information) with Citizen Housing who will conduct interviews and may offer you employment.

This data sharing is necessary to progress your application and is carried out in line with UK GDPR and our privacy policy. Your information will only be shared with the relevant employer for the purpose of apprenticeship recruitment and will not be used for any other reason.

By submitting your application (or selecting "Yes" below), you acknowledge and agree to the sharing of your information with the prospective employer.

You can contact us at recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk if you have any questions about how your data is used