Apprentice Joiner Level 3

Durham, North East
Fixed term Apprenticeship, 15 months
Full Time, 37.5 hours per week
£10.00 - £12.21 per hour (depending on age)

Get an industry-recognised qualification (fully funded), plus brilliant benefits including a health cash plan!

Home, a place where you belong

Have you always wanted to build a career in housing and develop hands-on skills to help maintain homes? Would you like to work for a supportive and forward-thinking employer? Do you enjoy meeting different people and using your practical skills to make a real difference?

We’ve got the perfect role for you as an Apprentice Joiner within Home Group’s Repairs Service. Our award-winning apprenticeship programme is here to kick-start your career – and the great news is, there’s no age limit to apply!

Typical day as an Apprentice Joiner

• Learn on the job, gaining practical skills and experience while benefiting from the expertise of our experienced colleagues.
• Spend at least 20% of your time working toward your Level 3 Carpentry and Joinery qualification with our dedicated learning partner.
• Receive one-to-one support from a workplace mentor who’ll guide you as you develop.
• Attend all required training sessions to build your knowledge and skills, both practical and theoretical.
• Learn everything you need to know to carry out essential joinery work, including fitting doors, skirting, flooring, kitchens, and other repairs or installations within our customers' homes which falls in line supporting evidence for your Carpentry and Joinery Qualification.
• Work across our Repairs and Void Service in the North East area, completing a variety of joinery tasks to help ensure our customers’ homes are safe, secure, and comfortable.

Why choose us?

Imagine ending your day knowing you’ve helped improve someone’s home and well-being. That’s what you’ll experience at Home Group – one of the UK’s top 10 Great Places to Work!

About you

• We don’t just look at qualifications – we want to get to know the real you! But there are a few essentials:

• You’re excited to learn and grow, and ready to invest time in your personal and professional development.
• You’ve got basic IT skills (or a willingness to learn), which will help with your learning and communication.
• You’re a team player who enjoys working with others, taking pride in your work, and always looking to deliver the best outcome for customers.
• You’re hands-on, dependable, and eager to gain practical experience in a real working environment, with the ability to travel to meet your mentor at the start of each day.
• You have GCSEs (A-C or 9-4) in English and Maths. If you also have a Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject – brilliant! If not, just show us your passion and commitment.
• You must be available for interview when contacted – interviews run Monday to Friday at our Durham office located on Belmont Industrial Estate between 08: 30am to 16: 00pm.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for apprenticeship roles.

Job details

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, 08: 30 – 16: 30 (some flexibility may be required to meet customer or business needs).
• A Basic DBS check is required – don’t worry, we’ll pay for it.

A place where you belong

We work best when we can be ourselves. That’s why diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing are at the heart of everything we do. Our vibrant networks – Multicultural, LGBTQIA+, Women, and Disability – are just a few examples of how we help everyone thrive.

What’s in it for you?

• 2 days paid volunteering leave
• 34 days annual leave (includes bank holidays and a personal “me day”) – rising to 39 days over time
• Health cash plan (save up to £1140 a year on dental, optical, therapies)
• 800+ discounts or cashback deals on shopping, travel, and more plus a free NUS discount card – more savings!
• Flexible pay with Wagestream – access earned wages instantly and tools to help budget and save
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities with a top employer

Ready to join us?

Click APPLY NOW to find out more about the Repairs/Void Joiner Apprenticeship and submit your application. Roles close once we have enough great candidates, so don’t wait!

Need help or adjustments in the application process? Email us at recruitment@homegroup.org.uk – we’re here to support you.