Architectural Apprentice
SAVILLS (UK) LIMITED
Oxford (OX2 0QL)
Closes in 11 days (Monday 16 February 2026)
Posted on 26 January 2026
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Summary
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Architectural Apprentice to join our dynamic team in Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin their career in architecture, gain hands-on experience, and work towards professional qualifications.
- Wage
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£24,000 a year
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£1,000 sign on bonus
- Training course
- Architectural assistant (integrated degree) (level 6)
- Hours
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Five full days in the office, working between the hours of 9:00am to 5:30pm. One of these days each week will be dedicated to apprenticeship studies. Exact days to be confirmed.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 7 September 2026
- Duration
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4 years
- 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
- Assist the architectural team with design development, technical drawings, and project documentation
- Contribute to concept design, presentations, and visualisations
- Carry out site visits, surveys, and assist with producing reports
- Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and clients under supervision
- Support in preparing planning applications and building regulation submissions
- Maintain accurate project records and assist with administrative tasks
Where you'll work
Wytham Court
11 West Way
Oxford
OX2 0QL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
Training course
Architectural assistant (integrated degree) (level 6)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Generate architectural design proposals of diverse scales and type, including conducting feasibility studies
- Draft and edit drawings and 3D models (plans, sections, elevations, and details) using relevant software, including CAD, to enable co-ordination with other professional’s input
- Produce and coordinate design information with the design team (e.g. engineering, landscaping and interior design)
- Critically analyse architectural culture, theory and design to present a personal viewpoint within a structured argument
- Creatively apply theories, practices and technologies of the arts that influence architectural design
- Produce necessary drawings and documents that comply with national and local planning policy
- Identify user needs and the local context in which the project is developed
- Develop the design of projects of varying scales in respect of environmental context and sustainability
- Deliver services under the supervision of an Architect or a project leader, prioritising the interests of the client and other stakeholders
- Problem solve and use professional judgement to take initiative and make appropriate contributions to decision making
- Research and investigate relevant information (e.g. site analysis, previous architectural projects) to support project development to ensure all client and regulatory requirements are met
- Investigate, critically appraise and select alternative structural, constructional and material systems relevant to architectural design
- Integrate structural, construction and engineering strategies with the overall design
- Support an Architect or a project leader with construction inspections to ensure projects are built in accordance with contractual drawings
- Evaluate materials, processes and techniques that apply to architectural designs and building construction, and where practicable integrate alternative materials, processes and techniques into design proposals
- Apply different technological methods to building design to provide conditions of comfort and protection against the environment
- Meet client’s brief within the constraints of the imposed budget limitations
- Meet client’s brief within the constraints of the building regulations
- Interact with statutory authorities or individuals to support delivery of projects in a wide variety of sectors and within diverse legislative frameworks
Training schedule
On-the-job training is provided to ensure all the required knowledge and experience is obtained throughout the apprenticeship to qualify successfully.
4 year training programme which includes a part-time undergraduate degree (Level 6 Architecture Degree Apprenticeship) and an End Point Assessment (EPA). The degree is prescribed by the Architects Registration Board (ARB) and provides Part 1 status with the ARB.
We will provide the full suite of Savills training programme including mandatory health and safety and office training, as well as specific training relevant to your role.
We ensure that your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is current and that all staff are fully up-to-date with changes to legislation and business needs.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4 or above)
- Maths (grade 4 or above)
Other in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Decision Making
- Collaboration
- Building Relationships
- Adaptability
- Resilience
- Planning and Organising
Other requirements
- Good organisational skills
- Word, Excel and PowerPoint capabilities
- Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Diligent and detail driven
- Able to work individually and as part of a team
- Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic
- Thirst for knowledge and self-motivated
Ahead of anything else, we look for individualism and diversity in our apprentice intake - so it's very important at every stage of the selection process that you take the opportunity to show us what you're really like. Be honest and above all, be yourself.
About this employer
Founded in the UK in 1855, Savills is one of the world's leading property agents. Our experience and expertise spans the globe, with 600 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. Our scale gives us wide-ranging specialist and local knowledge, and we take pride in providing best-in-class advice as we help individuals, businesses and institutions make better property decisions.
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Company benefits
- Interest free season ticket loan
- Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave
- Employee discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
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Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Permanent contract for all apprentices, as opposed to a training contract.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000010326.
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Closes in 11 days (Monday 16 February 2026)
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