What you'll be doing?
Are you ready to launch your career in the dynamic house-building industry? We're excited to announce a unique opportunity in collaboration with Sheffield Hallam University, offering a bespoke Higher & Degree Apprenticeship designed for individuals from all backgrounds.
In this role, you'll gain hands-on experience from day one as a Technical Trainee. You'll attend four 1-week teaching blocks each year with Sheffield Hallam University, combining classroom and online learning, all while having your accommodation, meals and travel costs covered during university stays.
Over approximately 5 years, you will earn a Cert HE and BSc (Hons) Degree in Professional Practice in Technical Design and Management, recognised across the industry.
You'll work closely with almost every area of the business, so we look for people who enjoy solving problems, managing complex projects and who are natural communicators. As well as considering the homes themselves, you will liaise with consultants to help design roads, sewers and open spaces to help create the perfect environment for our customers, all whilst staying on top of the latest building regulations.
We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. Whether you're entering the workforce for the first time, switching careers, or seeking an alternative to traditional higher education, we encourage you to apply. We value enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to excellence, regardless of your background.
You will be expected to:
Follow the Higher and Degree Apprenticeship Programme, including attendance at four 1-week teaching blocks each year with Sheffield Hallam University for academic study
Continue to develop through reviews with your coach and mentor
Support the Architectural design team in preparing working drawing packages to meet Building Regulation and NHBC standards
Support the Engineering function to procure, instruct and deliver infrastructure and service designs for new developments to meet adoptable standards
Assist the Engineering team to project manage the delivery of new development infrastructure and throughout the lifetime of the development to final completion and adoption
Attend site project meetings, carry out site inspections and respond to site queries resolving any technical/construction issues in collaboration with technical colleagues
Liaise closely with all departments within the business to assist with the delivery of accurate and prompt responses to technical queries
Current vacancies are as follows:
North East (Newcastle)
Yorkshire East (York)
Yorkshire West (Leeds)
North West (Warrington) x2
Manchester
Midlands (Tamworth)
West Midlands (Birmingham)
Mercia (Solihull)
North Midlands (Nottingham)
South Midlands (Northampton) x2
Anglia (Norwich) x2
Eastern (Essex)
West London
South East (Kent)
Southern (Hungerford/Berkshire)
Southampton
South Wales (Cardiff)
Please note we only accept one application per person each year, therefore please only apply for one of our disciplines.
We receive a great deal of interest in our vacancies every year and will close applications early for locations which are over-subscribed.
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What You'll Need
To qualify for a Higher and Degree Apprenticeship you'll need:
Four GCSEs (C or above, or Grade 4-9) including Maths and English
Or, Scottish National 5 (if based in Scotland)
And ONE of the following:
One A-Level
A BTEC National Qualification
An Advanced Diploma in your chosen area
Scottish Advanced Higher
More experienced entrants without formal qualifications will be considered on merit, taking into account factors such as their work experience, previous qualifications or skills gained from the Armed Forces.
On completion of the Higher Apprenticeship, you will automatically be enrolled onto the Degree Apprenticeship.
Benefits
Our Company and Benefits
We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.
Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues.
We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.
As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC and specifically for this role we offer:
Competitive Salary
Competitive Bonus Scheme
Private Medical Cover - Single Cover
26 days' holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years' continuous service up to 29 days)
Choice of Flexible Benefits
Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Our Benefits Are Fit To Measure
Today's housebuilding professional need tomorrow's benefits, so they're ready for whatever the future brings. When you join Barratt, you get the kind of support you would expect from a business built for a modern working world.
Private medical cover
Private healthcare support is available for timely access to a virtual GP, for diagnosis, treatment and more — including physio and talking therapies. You can even add family members.
Pension
First-class pension schemes with the option of up to 10% employer contributions.
Annual Health Assessment
All colleagues are able to access a fully funded annual health assessment, helping you to proactively manage your health and wellbeing.
Financial Benefits
As well as a competitive salary, we offer many ways to make life more affordable – from access to employee loans and savings accounts, to house purchase discounts.
Lifestyle Benefits
Cycle to Work scheme, reduced hotel rate, discounts at major retailers… These make a massive difference to the quality of your lifestyle.
So much more…
From death in service, paid volunteer and study leave, enhanced family friendly policies (including our Parents and Carers leave) to a share buying scheme, we have an incredible range of additional benefits.