Starting salary: £25,770
Contract type: Fixed Term
Grade: 1
Location: Kingsmills Park, Inverness.
Working Hours: Full time, Annualised hours averaging at 35 per week.
Interviews: Week commencing 14th July or 21st July
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our interest in the post of Joinery Modern Apprentice with Historic Environment Scotland (HES). This post will be based with Johnstone Joinery Ltd in Inverness with opportunities for travel to other parts of Scotland. This is a fixed-term position over four years.
Applications are welcomed from all, however due to our commitment to providing skills development opportunities to young people to enter the Heritage workforce, we are actively encouraging applications from school leavers.
Apprentices have the opportunity to gain practical work experience and gain accredited qualifications, all while working full time and being paid.
HES are offering an exciting opportunity to become a Joinery Modern Apprentice. This role is designed for individuals passionate about traditional building skills, who want to begin a rewarding career in construction and building conservation. The post holder will be trained full time by Johnstone Joinery Ltd in Inverness while being an employee of Historic Environment Scotland.
This 4-year post will combine practical on-site training with structured learning, leading to a Modern Apprenticeship SCQF Level 6 Construction: Building, Joinery and Carpentry award.
This is a unique chance to contribute to the preservation of Scotland’s historic built environment whilst developing valuable trade skills in Joinery and Carpentry.
Benefits of joining us at Historic Environment Scotland
- Enrolment onto a Civil Service Pension scheme – 28% employer contribution
- 25 days annual leave, pro-rata (increasing to 30 days after 3 years) + 11.5 public holidays
- Reimbursement for relevant professional subscriptions
- Support for further education and personal development
- Study leave for work related courses
- Flexible working hours (where appropriate)
- Free entry to all of our properties (with up to three guests)
Free entry to English Heritage, Manx and Cadw properties
Key Responsibilities of this role
- Working Safely
- Work in accordance with the provided Health and Safety standards acquired through training and certification, at all times.
- Assist Colleagues with Tasks
- Following training, support qualified tradespeople in the repair, conservation and construction of stone structures.
- Site Preparation
- Help prepare work areas with setting up, washing down, equipment maintenance, and inventory checks, to ensure a clean and safe working environment.
- Learning and Development
- Attend lessons and assessments at a designated training provider, as well as professional development opportunities hosted by the Engine Shed and HES.
- Team Collaboration
- Work reliably and effectively as part of a team, taking direction from experienced tradespeople, placement supervisors, and HES line management.
- Conservation Awareness
- Gain an understanding of the principles of conservation and the importance of preserving Scotland’s historic built environment.
- Occasionally share your knowledge with audiences at outreach events, e.g. school career fairs.
- Develop Core Trade Skills:
- Build competence in Carpentry and Joinery technique and understanding through hands-on experience and formal training
- Achieve a Qualification:
- Successfully complete the Modern Apprenticeship framework by achieving both the SVQ and PDA elements.
- Achieve Certifications:
- Successfully complete the necessary modules and examinations for necessary health and safety, and other construction certifications
- Promote Heritage Values:
- Develop and understand a respect for the cultural significance of the sites and structures being worked on
- Grow Professionally:
Demonstrate reliability, initiative and commitment to continuous learning and development
Key requirements of the role:
Knowledge, skills and experience
You will be required to demonstrate that you meet the requirements and qualifications below as part of the selection process.
Essential Criteria:
- A genuine interest in a career in joinery, construction and building conservation
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Desire to complete a SCQF Level 6 Modern Apprenticeship in Construction Building, Carpentry and Joinery
- Ability to work well and adapt within a team
- Confident and able to work outdoors in a manual labour position , with reasonable adjustments considered to support individual needs where required.
- Willingness to travel on occasion, with advance notice, to locations across Scotland
We are dedicated to building a workforce which is reflective of diversity within Scotland. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, gender or gender identity, religious beliefs, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or neurodiversity. In support of our Gaelic Language Plan, we welcome applications from Gaelic speakers.
We want every candidate to have the best chance to succeed during the recruitment process. If you require your application in an alternative format, please reach out to us via email at recruit@hes.scot or call our Head Office at 0131 668 8600 and speak to a member of our People Team.
Please note that, at this time, we are unfortunately unable to provide sponsorship as part of the recruitment process, therefore you must have current right to work in the UK to be considered for a post.