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Earn. Learn. Qualify.

Do you want to earn while you learn, with the chance of progression once you qualify? Do you want the opportunity to grow, develop and be the best version of yourself? Then why not build the foundations of your career with an Apprenticeship at Durham County Council!

Why choose Durham County Council?

• We offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous annual leave entitlement – find out more information here 
• We encourage a great work/life balance!  Many of our roles operate under our ‘hybrid working’ policy, which gives you the opportunity of flexible, home and office working. 
• We have a successful track record in supporting our apprentices to secure permanent employment, with 3 in 4 apprentices securing a further role with us.
• We have been recognised as a Top 100 Apprenticeship Employer!  
• As a Disability Confident Leader, and a member of the North East England Rainbow Alliance, we are committed to equality and diversity in the workplace – find out more here 
• You will learn from skilled professionals whilst being supported to study towards a recognised qualification with a college/university/training provider.  
• We will support you every step of the way, with a dedicated Mentor, the option of a buddy for disabled new employees and great networking opportunities with other apprentices.

Apprentice (Electrician)

If you’re a hands-on problem-solver, this could be the apprenticeship for you!

Electricians install, maintain and repair electrical systems in industrial, commercial, and domestic environments. They make sure electrical equipment works correctly and safely.

As an Apprentice Electrician, you will join Durham County Council’s highly skilled Building and Facilities Maintenance team, and you will have the opportunity to develop the skills and competencies to be able to assist in the provision of an Electrical Service

Your day-to-day duties will include supporting the Electrical Managers, and wider team, with electrical installation and maintenance, as well as promoting and developing working practices and procedures to improve the Health and Safety culture. You will ensure compliance with standards, policies and procedures and promote the service to both existing and potential customers. We will support you as you study towards an Installation and Maintenance Electrician Level 3.

This apprenticeship is an excellent choice for those with an ambition to progress!  
 
What qualification will I gain?

You will study towards the Installation Electrician and Maintenance Electrician Level 3 with New College Durham.
 
What will I need?

You must either have or expect to achieve 3 GCSE’s grade 9-4/A*-C in English, Maths and a Science subject, or an equivalent qualification, together with good communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Please look at the attached person specification to check that you meet the essential criteria.

Please use the ‘Person Specification’ section of your application form to demonstrate that you have the essential and where possible, desirable experience, skills, and knowledge. Candidates who do not evidence that they meet the essential qualifications and experience listed on the person specification will not be short-listed. 

Further information?

We encourage you to contact Kieran Brennan via email kieran.brennnan@durham.gov.uk  if you have any questions about this opportunity.
 
Support Available

We are running a series of virtual sessions via MS Teams to provide support on how to complete your application form, if you would like to attend a session please express your interest here
 
DurhamWorks

If you are aged 16-24 living in County Durham and not in education, employment, or training, you can take advantage of the help and support available from DurhamWorks.  This dedicated programme works with you to remove any barriers preventing you from progressing.

Visit durhamworks.info/
 
Employability Durham

If you are aged 25 and over, unemployed and live in County Durham, Employability Durham can offer you help and support to get back into work or start your own business.

Visit durham.gov.uk/employability
 
DurhamEnable

If you are 18+, have a neurodivergence or disability and fit the criteria, DurhamEnable offers dedicated Job Coaching support from pre-application to post employment. Helping disabled people get and keep the right jobs for them.

Visit durhamenable.info
 
 If successful, you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure. 
 
If you have any support needs or require assistance when applying for this role, please contact the Recruitment Team via email RecruitmentResources@durham.gov.uk or telephone the Recruitment Help Desk on tel. no. 03000 26 27 27 (option 3).
 
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