JOB NEWS: Durham County Council is hiring an Apprentice Joiner in County Durham on a Full-time basis.
JOB: Apprentice Joiner
Employer: Durham County Council
Location: Meadowfield Depot, Durham
Salary: £15,434 per year (£8.00 per hour National Minimum Wage)
Job Type: Temporary Apprenticeship, Full-time (37 hours per week)
Durham County Council is recruiting an Apprentice Joiner to join its Repairs and Maintenance Team, offering an excellent opportunity to earn a salary while gaining valuable workplace experience and a nationally recognised qualification.
The successful apprentice will assist with joinery installation, repairs and maintenance across the council’s property portfolio while learning from experienced tradespeople. The role also involves supporting safe working practices, maintaining high standards of customer service and contributing to construction and maintenance projects throughout County Durham.
As part of the apprenticeship, candidates will study towards a Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery qualification with New College Durham, with the opportunity to progress to a Level 3 qualification as their skills develop.
Applicants should have, or be expecting to achieve, at least two GCSEs at Grade 2 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent qualifications). Candidates already holding a Level 2 or Level 3 Joinery qualification are not eligible due to Apprenticeship Levy funding rules.
Durham County Council offers an excellent benefits package including 27 days’ annual leave rising to 32 days after five years’ service, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working opportunities where applicable, dedicated mentoring, career development, and the chance to build a long-term career with one of the UK’s Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers.
Closing Date: 2 August 2026
Vacancy ID: 299782
Source: Durham County Council / North East Jobs
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