Apprentice Plumbing and Heating

Job Description - Apprentice Plumbing and Heating (261089)

Apprentice Plumbing and Domestic Heating based at our regional office in Belmont, Durham, with set days out in the community and to attend college.

Pay: £21,216 (under 20) - £24,853 (21 and over). Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Contract: 51 month fixed term, with the potential for a permanent role at the end.

Home, a place where you belong

At Home Group, we believe everyone deserves a safe place to call home - and a great place to build their career. Our apprenticeships give you the chance to earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and make a real difference to people and communities.

We have two roles available and, as part of our commitment to creating real opportunities, one of these roles will be reserved for a Home Group customer. This could be someone who currently uses our services, has used them before, or is supported through our care or housing services.

You don't need previous experience to join us. What matters most is your potential, motivation and willingness to learn.

Why choose a Home Group apprenticeship?

• Get paid while gaining a fully funded, industry recognised qualification
• Day release for college study with New College Durham
• Dedicated mentor and on the job support from day one
• Protected study time built into your working week
• Access to the same benefits, awards and recognition as permanent colleagues
• A welcoming, inclusive culture where you can be yourself
• Real opportunities to progress into a permanent role and continue your career with us

About the role

You'll be a valued member of the team, learning by doing and supporting colleagues with meaningful, hands on work. You'll be trusted with real responsibilities while being fully supported as you develop your skills and confidence.

Learn how to:

• Install, repair and maintain domestic plumbing and heating systems
• Assist with safety checks and follow gas safety regulation
• Diagnose faults and help fix issues in customers' homes
• Follow safe working practices and risk awareness
• Work safely, following health and safety guidelines
• Communicate professionally with customers and colleagues, showing care, respect and good timekeeping
• Progress by applying learning, working safely and gaining independence toward qualified status

What qualification will you gain?

Level 3 Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician, delivered by New College Durham. You'll combine on the job learning with structured study, building skills and confidence that will support your long term career.

Who we're looking for

• Achieved GCSEs in English and Mathematics grades 9 4 (A C)
• IT confident, or at the very least have a basic understanding
• Keen to learn and develop new skills, especially communication both verbal and written
• Share our values, want to make a difference, and thrive in a team environment
• Organised, curious and willing to ask questions
• Previous experience is not required - we'll support you every step of the way

Stronger together

Home Group is proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels they belong at Home Group - a great place to work.

If you need any adjustment during the recruitment process, please let us know - we're happy to help. We can't offer a CoS for this role.