Logistics Operative Apprentice, 37 hpw

Job Details

• Employer: South Tyneside Council
• Job Title: Logistics Operative Apprentice, 37 hpw
• Location: Living Better Lives Resource Centre, 22 Royal Industrial Estate, Jarrow, NE32 3HR
• Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-term apprenticeship
• Contract Length: 18 months
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Pay: £8.22 per hour
• Job Category: Apprenticeship
• Vacancy ID: 298623
• Post Number: AC04826
• Number of Posts: 1

About the Role

• Join South Tyneside Council’s Living Better Lives team.
• Help support residents to live healthier, more independent lives in their own homes.
• Deliver essential community equipment and services that promote independence and wellbeing.
• Gain practical experience across a range of logistics and customer service functions while completing a recognised apprenticeship.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver equipment to clients in their own homes.
• Fit and demonstrate the safe use of equipment.
• Collect equipment when no longer required.
• Carry out maintenance of community equipment.
• Support carers and service users by ensuring equipment is available and functioning correctly.
• Process customer orders.
• Assist with inventory management and equipment maintenance.
• Deliver excellent customer service throughout all interactions.
• Gain experience across all areas of the Living Better Lives service.

Apprenticeship and Training

• Complete a Level 2 Facilities Operative Apprenticeship.
• Receive full support and training from the team.
• Develop skills in:
• Equipment delivery.
• Customer service.
• Order processing.
• Inventory management.
• Equipment maintenance.
• Gain an understanding of the wider Adult Social Care Service.

Essential Requirements

• Maths and English Level 2 Functional Skills or GCSEs at Grade A*–C (or Grades 4–9).
• Applicants with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or legacy statement require:
• Entry Level 3 in English and Maths.
• British Sign Language qualifications are accepted as an alternative to English qualifications where appropriate.

Benefits

• Recognised Level 2 apprenticeship qualification.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• Opportunity to gain practical experience within Adult Social Care.
• Excellent employee benefits package available through South Tyneside Council.
• Opportunity to build valuable skills while making a positive impact in the local community.

Additional Information

• South Tyneside Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• Appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks.
• Skilled Worker visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Previous applicants need not apply.

Important Dates

• Advert Start Date: 24 June 2026.
• Closing Date: Noon, 24 July 2026.
• Interview Dates: 29–30 July 2026.

Contact Information

• For an informal discussion about the role, contact:
• Chris Taylor, Community Equipment Services Manager.
• Telephone: (0191) 424 4084.
• Email: Chris.Taylor@southtyneside.gov.uk.

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