Join Thirteen as an Apprentice Electrician
Location: Tees Valley
Salary: £15,434.32 per annum (yearly increments after Year 1). Once qualified, you can expect a salary of £40,894 per year, with opportunities to increase your earnings through overtime and on-call work.
This is a 54 month apprenticeship.
Interview Date: Wednesday 29th July 2026 at Stockton Riverside College.
Start Date: Monday 7th September 2026.
About The Apprenticeship
- Level 3 Electrical Installation & Maintenance qualification
- Mix of on-the-job training and college learning
- Day release to college (Stockton Riverside College)
- Apprenticeship start date: Monday 7th September
What We’re Looking For
- Interest in electrical work or construction/trades
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Reliable, hardworking and positive attitude
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Must have achieved or predicted to achieve a GCSE English Language and Maths at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
- Must not already hold a qualification higher than Level 2 in Electrical Installation and Maintenance
- Ability to travel to sites and college
Our apprenticeship opportunities are open to anyone aged 16 or over.
We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups and women who are interested in building a career in trades and construction, as part of our commitment to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Assist with electrical repairs and maintenance in our properties
- Learn how to safely use tools and equipment
- Support experienced electricians on site and gain practical experience
- Complete basic tasks and gradually build your technical skills
- Keep accurate records of your work and learning
- Follow health and safety processes at all times
- Take part in training, college learning and team activities
You’ll also learn how to provide a great service to our customers, treating their homes with care and respect.
Benefits
- Earn while you learn
- No student debt
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Support from experienced mentors
- Real work experience from day one
- Career opportunities after your apprenticeship many of our apprentices go on to build long-term careers with Thirteen after completing their qualification
Alongside the above, you’ll have access to a great range of benefits to support you at work and beyond. This includes 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays off (which increases with service), a competitive pension scheme, a day off for your birthday, and access to health and wellbeing support. You’ll also benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities to help you build your skills and progress your career with us.
About Thirteen
Thirteen Group is one of the largest housing associations in the North East, providing homes and services to support local communities. We’re committed to investing in people and creating opportunities for future careers, which is why our apprenticeship programmes are such an important part of what we do. You’ll be joining a friendly and supportive organisation that values learning, development and helping you build a career you can be proud of.
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