Kitchen Installations Apprentice - Lincoln

Position Type: Fixed Term Contract, Contract Type: Full Time

Hours of work: 39

Posted: 09-Jul-2026

Descriptions & Requirements

Kitchen Installation Apprenticeship

Our Kitchen Installations Apprenticeship is a hands-on and practical apprenticeship programme designed to help you learn a trade while earning a living. Whether you're starting out or changing careers, our apprenticeship will give you everything you need to succeed in the kitchen installation field.

You'll work alongside an experienced Wickes Approved Installer, learning how to fit kitchens safely, professionally and confidently in customers' homes. By the end of the 18 months, you'll have the qualifications and knowledge you need to become self-employed and join our Wickes installer network.

What you'll be doing

Installing Wickes kitchens in customer homes alongside an experienced installer

Learning safe removal and installation techniques

Developing practical trade skills across units, worktops and appliances

Building confidence with tools, measurements and planning

Supporting customers and working independently as you grow

Understanding how to run and manage your own workload

Exploring the basics of starting your own installer business

Receiving technical and practical training delivered by WEBS Training.

What you'll bring

You don't need previous experience, just the drive and willingness to learn. But you must have:

An interest in developing trade skills and hands-on learning

Good problem-solving skills and a positive, can-do attitude

Willingness to learn and work safely

Strong communication and customer focus

Resilience and reliability

Interested in being self-employed and running your own business

Ability to attend training with short stays in Nottingham

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential for travelling to customer homes)

What we offer

Paid travel (mileage or train cost), meals & accommodation for off-site training

Guidance to set up your own business and you'll receive some tools from Bosch after 1 year

Industry-recognised Level 2 Fitted Interiors qualification

Real installation experience from day one

PPE provided

Mentoring from skilled Wickes installers

Support in setting up your own business

Supportive, inclusive and down-to-earth Wickes culture

We're one of the only UK retailers offering a complete design-to-installation service so you'll be learning with one of the most trusted names in the industry.

What to do now

If you're ready to learn a skilled trade, work with real customers and build a career you can be proud of, this could be the opportunity for you.

We aim to create an inclusive workplace with colleagues' wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

We're a Disability Confident Employer and committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to providing an accessible recruitment process and workplace for everyone. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments, please let us know here .