Apprentice Minor Repairs Operative (36306)

As an Apprentice Minor Repairs Operative, you will join their (Neighbourhood Estate Solutions [NES], a subsidiary of Christian Action Housing Association, [CAHA]) property services team and gain hands-on skills in maintaining safe and comfortable homes while working towards a nationally recognised Level 2 qualification in a trade such as plumbing, plastering, painting and decorating, or joinery.
During your apprenticeship you will:

Learn practical skills by shadowing experienced colleagues and assisting with everyday repair tasks Help to keep homes and communal areas safe, secure, and in good condition Attend training sessions, complete coursework, and take part in regular progress reviews Communicate professionally with tenants and colleagues Follow health and safety guidance, including the correct use of equipment and protective clothing Keep basic records of the work you have done and what you have learnt

You will receive regular support from a workplace supervisor and access to both on-the-job training and external learning through a training provider.

What will happen next

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:

More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for Any training you need to complete What the next steps will be

Training Outcome:

Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.

Employer Description:

About us

Neighbourhood Estate Solutions (NES) was founded in 2010 to provide estates services to our umbrella organisation, Christian Action Housing Association (CAHA). As a registered Social Enterprise we are committed to providing local services to tenants whilst offering employment and development opportunities to our customers and working to minimise our impact on the environment. We continue to provide key estates services across four North London boroughs. We are a diverse, fun and friendly team whose mission is to provide high quality and affordable services, providing clean and safe spaces where people live.

What we do

We are proud to be a local business, connected to our local community. We provide a range of estates services including cleaning and grounds maintenance across four London boroughs. We are now introducing a minor repairs service to the support Christian Action Housing Association work to maintain homes. Our focus is to ensure that tenants have safe and pleasant places to live. Christian Action Housing offers short and long term accommodation to people with a range of housing needs and so it is important that NES provides services to support their work.

Working for us

Our employees make NES a great company to work for. Situated in Edmonton, we have a team of 17 dedicated and knowledgeable staff who help to deliver excellent and innovative estate services. We share CAHA’s values ensuring our team truly care about the service they provide and work hard to maintain high standards. We value the work that our team does and encourage our people to develop within the business and make a difference to the communities we serve. Our new repairs service will cover sites across 4 boroughs in north London, with a van provided to transport equipment, materials and staff to where they are needed.

Working Hours :
5 days per week, days and hours to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Willing to learn,Reliable,Hardworking,Punctual,Enthusiastic,Practical skills,Knowledge of DIY,Health & Safety conscious,Flexible,Adaptable