Apprentice Maintenance Person
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Company: MAGDALEN COLLEGE SCHOOL OXFORD LIMITED
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Location: OXFORD, OX4 1DZ
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,640.00 per year
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000043137
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Application Deadline Date: 14/08/2026
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Start Date: 04/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: 8am 5pm, Mon-Fri, with one hour (unpaid) lunch.
Brief Description
Kick-start your career in property maintenance at one of Oxford's leading independent schools. Gain hands-on experience in building maintenance, decorating, repairs and site operations, working alongside an experienced, friendly team. No two days are the same, giving you the chance to develop practical skills in a unique working environment.
Training to be Provided
Duration:
- 15 months practical training period, plus 3 months for End Point Assessment
Delivery model:
- Work-based training with the employer
- Eleven weeks of block release at Abingdon & Witney College's Bicester Construction Skills Centre (plus induction/revision days)
- On-site workplace assessment visits every other month throughout the apprenticeship
- Off the job training will count for at least 418 hours of your time during the apprenticeship
Qualifications included:
- Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship
End Point Assessment:
- Multiple choice knowledge test
- Practical assessment
- Professional discussion based on a portfolio of evidence and short research assignment
Future Prospects
This is a 2-year fixed-term contract, for the right candidate, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is the opportunity for this to develop into a full-time role.
Vacancy Detail
This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with a keen interest in DIY and/or practical problem solving. You will join a friendly and professional team to learn more about Maintenance in a School environment. Duties of the role will include, but not be restricted to:
- Building Maintenance
- Decorating
- Planned preventative maintenance tasks
- Emergency responder
- Site security
- Room setups and portering
Training will be provided in the workplace through Abingdon & Witney College where the successful candidate will work towards a Level 2 Maintenance Apprenticeship.
Other Information
This role will involve working outdoors, undertaking physical work, including lifting and moving heavy objects. Full training and supervision will be provided.