Contract type
2-year Fixed Term Contract, Full time (37.5 hours)
Role Summary
Are you practical, enthusiastic, and keen to learn a trade? We are looking for a motivated Tradesperson Apprentice to join our Estates team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, develop valuable maintenance skills, and work towards a rewarding career in a professional environment.
About Us
At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra‑modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.
Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.
About the Role
As a Tradesperson Apprentice, you will support the delivery of high‑quality maintenance services across our sites while learning from experienced tradespeople and developing practical skills in a range of maintenance disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out general maintenance tasks as required within the Estates & Facilities Department.
- Support the delivery of Estates & Facilities services to high‑quality standards and in line with regulatory requirements.
- Learn and apply technical skills to successfully complete maintenance activities.
- Follow all national and local Health & Safety policies, procedures, risk assessments, and safe systems of work.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and fully cooperate with management on all Health & Safety matters.
- Maintain a professional and positive approach while developing your knowledge and practical abilities.
Skills and Experience Required
- GCSEs (or currently working towards them), including Maths and English, or a willingness to achieve these qualifications.
- An interest in maintenance, construction, engineering, or a related trade.
- A willingness to learn and develop practical skills.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Basic IT skills.
- A positive, reliable, and proactive attitude.
- Previous exposure to maintenance tasks, construction environments, or DIY activities.
- Basic awareness of Health & Safety principles.
Benefits
- Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%.
- Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities.
- Excellent Life Assurance benefit.
- Free parking.
- Subsidised eye tests.
- Free Flu vaccinations.
- Subsidised on‑site restaurant.
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