L3 Plumbing & Domestic Heating Apprenticeship - Brent, Kensington & Chelsea, & Hammersmith & Fulham
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Company: Evolve Apprentices Ltd.
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Location: London, W6 9XY
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: National Minimum Wage
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Sector: Construction, Planning and the Built Environment
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Ref: VAC-01063
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Application Deadline Date: 30/08/2023
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Start Date: 31/08/2023
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday
Brief Description
We are looking for Brent, Kensington & Chelsea, and Hammersmith & Fulham borough residents who are interested in completing a Level 3 Plumbing & Domestic Heating apprenticeship. The successful candidate will spend 48 months working as a Plumbing Apprentice as part of the CITB Shared Apprenticeship Scheme.
Qualifications Required
English GCSE C/4 or above (or equivalent)
Maths GCSE C/4 or above (or equivalent)
Skills Required
Desired skills and personal qualities
Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Presentation skills, Team working, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness
Things to consider
We are looking for reliable candidates who are committed to starting and completing this apprenticeship, who have good timekeeping and attendance, who are as determined to gain the qualification alongside the work experience. We are committed to equality and diversity in the workplace - you will not be judged on age, gender, or ethnicity.
Training to be Provided
Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end-point assessment.
Future Prospects
Become qualified and be able to secure a job
Vacancy Detail
Apprenticeship summary
• Hourly wage
£5.28 to £10.42 (National Living Wage) or £11.95 (London Living Wage)
Statutory Sick and Holiday Pay + Bank Holiday Pay, automatic enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme, Apprenticeship Oyster Card available for first year travel discounts, NUS Discount Cards, course costs covered by Evolve.
• Working week
Monday-Friday, weekends may be an option. Minimum of 35 hours per week but potential for more. Approx. 8am-4pm but hours will be confirmed by contractor after successfully passing the Stage 1 & 2 Interview.
• Expected apprenticeship duration
48 months
• Apprenticeship level
Advanced Level Apprenticeship
Level 3 (GCSE)
What will the apprentice be doing?
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technicians plan, select, install, service, commission and maintain all aspects of plumbing and heating systems inside and outside of a project. They are at the forefront of installing new and exciting environmental technologies like heat pumps, solar thermal systems, biomass boilers, and water recycling systems.
• Assist with unloading and moving of deliveries / systems on site
• Keep site tidy and safe in line with company health and safety policy
• Assisting with the installation of fixtures, pipes, sinks, toilets, showers / baths, and drainage
• Assisting with the installation and decommissioning of radiators, boilers, and other heating systems such as underfloor
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
The qualification you would be working to is the Level 3 Plumbing & Domestic Heating (Standard) where we will be looking to partner with a college to provide the training.
This training will mainly be through remote learning with a paid study time as needed up to 7 hours/1 day per week. You are expected to travel when necessary though most assessments will be done on site. You will be responsible to managing/arranging with your line manager.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
On completion of this apprenticeship, you can work as a qualified Junior Plumber where, with more experience, you can look to progress into a senior position, site/contracts/project management, self-employment, or plumbing & heating business owner.
You will be eligible for the Skilled Worker (Blue) CSCS Card after the level 3 qualification