Berkeley Group Technical Apprentice BERKELEY GROUP PLC(THE)

Apprentices at Berkeley need to show a willingness to learn on the job and enthusiasm to gain a new qualification. You should be comfortable communicating with new people and dealing with different personalities. We work in a fast paced environment so you will need to be able to adapt to change . You will be well supported and part of a team. You will be liaising closely with the Land, Commercial and Construction Departments from design through procurement and construction.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 06 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £24,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8am-5pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    27 Months

  • Possible start date

    08 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    23 Aug 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Higher
    Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000192240

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

There are 2 Technical roles available across Berkshire. One roles is in Taplow and another is at our Horlicks development near Slough.

The Technical Department focuses on managing the design process of the development once planning consent is granted. As a Technical Apprentice, you will be liaising closely with the Land, Commercial and Construction Departments from design through procurement and construction. You will be part of a team that manages the entire design process and ensures the requirements agreed at planning stage are met.  You will coordinate different information with consultants and contractors such as kitchen designs, technical information and floor finishes and pass the correct information onto the build team.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The Technical (Design & Build) apprenticeship will last approximately 27 months which will be delivered in a hybrid model with both virtual and some face to face sessions in a London location. It is planned to be a day release model.

Level 4 qualification in Construction and Built Environment.

Functional skills if required.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

This apprenticeship can lead to other careers such as Quantity Surveying and Site Management.

It can also lead to progression onto higher apprenticeship programmes.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working

Qualifications

Other Maths & English GCSE (Grade D+ or Level 1) Desired

About the employer

Berkeley was founded in 1976 and today is one of the UK's best-known developers of new homes. The vision has been the same since the beginning: to be a dynamic and innovative company with a passionate commitment to providing superbly designed and built homes in excellent locations in London and the South East of England. We specialise in the regeneration of brownfield sites and our focus is on creating beautiful, successful places.

Employer

BERKELEY GROUP PLC(THE)

Address

Berkeley Group Oxford & Chiltern,

Mill Lane,

Taplow,

SL6 0AA

Contact

apprenticeships@berkeleygroup.co.uk

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Training

Training provider

T3 TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT LTD

Apprenticeship standard

Construction design and build technician

Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please complete the short online application form which is anonymised. Eligible candidates will then complete an online assessment and this leads to the final stage which is a one day assessment centre in October.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 06 Oct 2023