Apprentice Assistant Site Operative
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Company: THE MAST ACADEMY TRUST
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Location: West Yorkshire, HD8 9JX
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000018223
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Application Deadline Date: 27/03/2026
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Start Date: 01/07/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday, this role requires the ability to work on an alternating shift pattern, working 06:00 - 14:00 and 12:00 - 20:00. Start date is dependent on the successful candidate availability
Brief Description
Start your journey as an Apprentice Assistant Site Operative. Join The Mast Academy Trust’s Estates Team, gain hands‑on experience across our schools, and complete a Level 3 Facilities Management apprenticeship while helping keep our sites safe, smooth and well‑run.
Training to be Provided
Training Overview:
- 18‑month programme
- Seven online group workshops
- Online one‑to‑one tutorials
- Assignments and activities to prepare you for EPA
End Point Assessment:
- Completed within 1 - 3 months
- Project report & presentation
- Professional discussion
Future Prospects
- The apprenticeship provides a platform for progression across the Trust’s Estates Team. After achieving the Level 3 qualification, you may progress into roles such as Site Operative, Facilities Coordinator, Site Supervisor, or other Estates/Compliance‑focused posts, subject to vacancies
- We cannot guarantee a position at the end of the apprenticeship, however we are committed to supporting your development throughout the programme
Vacancy Detail
Working under the direction of the Trust Site Manager, you will support with:
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the site
- Carrying out routine compliance checks and safety monitoring using Trust systems
- Reporting defects and contributing to the safe management of buildings and grounds
- Assisting with minor maintenance, repairs and improvement tasks
- Ensuring equipment and cleaning materials are used and stored safely (COSHH compliant)
- Helping ensure the school environment is safe, secure and well presented for all users
You will receive full training in all aspects of the role, including safe manual handling, working at height (where appropriate), and operational procedures.
Other Information
Passing an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Willingness to sometimes adjust working arrangements to meet the needs of the Trust.