**_To be _**_eligible_**_ for an apprenticeship you must be aged between 16 to 24 years old and not in full time education._**

**About the Job**

As an apprentice joiner you will work with an experienced team of operatives to learn your trade. You will be part of the in-house maintenance team and will be trained to carry out maintenance-related joinery work including window and door repairs, kitchens fitting and repairs, flooring replacement and repairs, replacement of doors internal and external, general Joinery. You’ll train through a mixture of work-based and college based learning. Attendance at college and passing all assignments within the given timescales is essential in gaining your trade qualification. In addition to this you will also learn some basic multitrade tasks including plumbing and ceramic tiling. The apprenticeship will be a fixed term contract for 4 years and whilst there is no guarantee of a permanent job with us at the end of the apprenticeship, you will gain your trade qualification and we think you’ll be in a great position to take the next step in your career.

**About You**

To be successful in your apprenticeship you need to be highly motivated and have a keen interest in the trade/building environment. You need to be able to work as part of a team but also on your own initiative when planning your workload. You will be responsible for driving your own training and development and we will provide the support and coaching that will compliment the college based learning.

**What Will I Gain from the Apprenticeship?**

You will gain your trade qualification while working within a team of experienced operatives who will be on hand to coach and support you through your course. Kingdom is a well established and reputable organisation with a wealth of experience in the building industry and a proven successful apprenticeship programme. There is also potential for permanent employment at the end of your training.

**Is it for me?**

If you have a desire to work within the building industry and in particular as a tradesperson an apprenticeship is a fantastic way to not only gain your apprenticeship but to also consolidate your learning within a team of experienced operatives.

**We Offer**
- An attractive salary and benefits package
- A contributory pension scheme (employer contribution of 10%) and option to join the salary exchange pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement of 37 days (33 days plus 4 days public holidays). After 5 years continuous service, you’ll receive an additional 2 days annual leave and a further 2 days after 10 years.
- Access to an interest free loan to purchase tools and equipment.
- Access to our low-interest car loan scheme. (Where eligible)
- Access to our Kingdom Academy offering a range of learning and development opportunities.
- Enhanced family friendly (enhanced maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental leave) and sick pay entitlements (up to 6 months full pay).
- Access to our employee assistance programme providing a free information service and an employee counselling service.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Access to our Employee Benefit Platform providing a large range of discounts across UK retailers, our Cycle to Work scheme, travel and leisure staff benefits enabling you to spread the cost of holidays and wellbeing support.

We will provide further information on the format of the interview to all those invited.

**Scottish Charity No: SC000874