HOUSING & PROPERTY SERVICES APPRENTICE (2 YEAR FIXED TERM POSITION)
Please note that successful completion of the course could potentially lead to the opportunity for a permanent role, subject to funding The Housing & Property Services Apprentice Programme offers an excellent first step towards building a rewarding career in the Social Housing sector.
As part of this opportunity, you will gain valuable hands on experience while also working towards recognised qualifications through college attendance and coursework, including the OCN NI Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice (Northern Ireland) and the CIH Level 3 Certificate in Housing Practice
In this role, you will build valuable experience across a range of key service areas, giving you a broad insight into the Social Housing sector, including:
Repairs & Maintenance
Rent Accounting
Housing Allocations, Transfers & Exchanges
General Property, Neighbourhood & Tenancy Services
Tenant Participation
Applicants must satisfy the following essential criteria:
Five GCSEs (including Grade C or above in English, Maths and ICT or equivalent qualifications)
Excellent level of IT literacy: MS Office
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Be willing to learn and able to take on instructions
Have excellent organisational skills
Be able to work within a team and work on own initiative
Be able to work to tight deadlines in a pressured environment
Benefits include:
Starting Salary- £25,065.23 with a Contributory Pension Scheme (NILGOSC), (Currently 15.5% Employer Contribution
22 days annual leave moving to 27 after 5 years service and 32 days after 10 years service;
13 customary holidays per annum;
A range of excellent work and family friendly policies;
Private Health Insurance
Access to an EV (Electric Car) Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
Ark Housing reserves the right to enhance the criteria for the short listing of suitable candidates without further notification.
Closing Date for Receipt of Completed Applications is: Friday 26th June 2026 by 12 Noon
Ark Housing is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are welcome from individuals irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, religion, race, ethnic origin, age or sexual orientation
JOB SPEC:
PERSONAL SPECIFICATION E: Essential D: Desirable
REQUIRED CRITERIA FOR POST E D
1. Five GCSEs (including Grade C or above in English, Maths and ICT or equivalent qualifications)
2. Hold a full current driving license or have access to a form of transport that enables you to meet the requirements of the post in full including with reasonable travel timescales
SKILLS & ABILITIES (may be tested at interview)
3. Be IT literate with a good understanding of Microsoft Office packages
4. Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
5. Be willing to learn and able to take on instructions
6. Have excellent organisational skills
7. Be able to work within a team and work on own initiative
8. Be able to work to tight deadlines in a pressured environment
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