Newham, United Kingdom
Internship Explorer
Internship Explorer
Clarion Housing are offering you the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills working alongside an experienced trade mentor, designed to provide high-quality training and hands-on experience. If you’re interested in developing a broad range of fundamental trade skills then this could be your chance to join our team working for the UKs largest Housing association. This level 2 apprenticeship includes skills in carpentry, joinery, plumbing, plastering, brick and block work, external works and associated finishing trades including tiling, painting, and decorating. Starting in August 2026 you’ll gain experience in repairs and maintenance, deliver services to our residents’ homes and comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards. You’ll ensure that the service delivered exceeds customer needs, requirements and expectations by working with your mentor and colleagues to develop a culture which continually improves the customer experience. With good communication and people skills you’ll promote teamwork and develop excellent working relationships with all members of staff across the Clarion Housing Group, and all other key stakeholders, both internal and external. Experience in interacting with mobile IT devices, such as smart phones or tablets and a passion to provide excellent customer service is essential. If you have a can-do attitude, are committed to learning and ensuring that repair and maintenance services continually improve then we want to hear from you. If this sounds like an opportunity for you then please review the full role profile before applying – Apprentice Trade Operative The eligibility criteria for an Apprenticeship is detailed here and you can review the Property Maintenance Operative Level 2 Apprenticeships standard here Please note this multi-trade apprenticeship is delivered as block release. That means that if you are successful in securing this apprenticeship then you will need to stay away from home (in a hotel) for one week, every 5/6 weeks, with all expenses covered. This is so you can attend a learning centre in Derby. (Information is below)
