Electrical Apprentice
ARCADE (U K) LIMITED
KIMBOLTON CAMBS (PE28 0LW)
Closes in 10 days (Monday 29 June 2026)
Posted on 18 June 2026
Contents
Summary
Arcade UK Ltd are looking to expand their electrical department with an Electrical Apprentice. You will support with the installation of HVAC systems (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) in commercial and industrial settings.
- Wage
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£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4:30pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 20 July 2026
- Duration
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3 years 6 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Arcade are looking for a new apprentice to support the electrical installation of HVAC systems (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) in places like hospitals, shops, hospices, hotels and other commercial and industrial settings.
They are an Mechanical & Electrical contractor working in all aspects of building services, production, and HVAC.
Arcade is one of the leading Mechanical and Electrical specialists in the UK, with over 50+ years’ experience of providing heating and cooling design, supply and installation services.
The company have had their electrical installation department in house for two years and have already supported a number of apprentices through their electrical qualifications to completion. The nature of the installation can include both working at height and working in confined spaces however, complete training will be given.
As an apprentice you will work alongside a mentor in this role. The mentor is based in South Bedfordshire. So, you need to be able to travel to this pick up point and then go with your mentor to each site. The role requires national travel depending on the site. If a job is too far there can be occasional overnight stays. You need to be able to get to your mentor for 8.00am each day.
Applicants must be 18 years or over due to the nature of the role.
No prior experience of electrical is required, but strong motivation to become a qualified electrician is a must.
There will be limited exposure to other trades and wider systems installation as required for the job.
The employers head office is Arcade House, Kym Road, Bicton Industrial Estate, Kimbolton, PE28 0LW.
Where you'll work
ARCADE HOUSE
KYM ROAD
BICTON INDUSTRIAL PARK
KIMBOLTON CAMBS
PE28 0LW
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Training course
Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
- Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
- Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
- Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
- Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
- Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
- Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
- Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
- Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
- Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
- Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
- Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
- Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
- Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
- Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.
- Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
- Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
- Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
- Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
- Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
- Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
- Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
- Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
- Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
- Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
- Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
- Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
- Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
- Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
- Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.
Training schedule
You will gain the following qualifications:
- Installing Electrotechnical Systems & Equipment City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma
- AM2 (Practical Assessment)
- Functional Skills in English, Maths and ICT (dependent on previous qualification)
You will also study a range of topics, including: working effectively and safely in an electrotechnical environment, principles of electrotechnology, application of health and safety and electrical principles and installation practices and theory.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 9 - 4)
- maths (grade 9 - 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Problem solving skills
- Use your Initiative
- Willing to learn
Other requirements
Full Driving Licence and applicants must be 18+
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process.
Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.
About this employer
Arcade is one of the leading Mechanical and Electrical specialists in the UK, with over 50+ years’ experience of providing heating and cooling design, supply and installation services.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Full Qualifications as a Electrician, continued employment with future training to advance, once you have completed the apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Julie Carter
jobenquiries@justapply.co.uk
01234 291000
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000034972.
Apply now
Closes in 10 days (Monday 29 June 2026)
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