Apprentice Plumber

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Level 3 Plumbing and Heating Apprentice Find an apprenticeship

Recruitment for this role will be managed by Oldham College.

Apprentice Plumber (Level 3)

Location: Oldham
Salary: National Apprenticeship Wage (or FCHO Apprentice Rate)
Hours: 37 hours per week
College: Oldham College Level 3 Plumbing Apprenticeship

Build your future with First Choice Homes Oldham

Do you enjoy problem solving and practical work Would you like to earn while you learn and gain a recognised plumbing qualification

First Choice Homes Oldham (FCHO) is recruiting a Level 3 Plumbing Apprentice to join our Property Care Team.

Working alongside experienced plumbers youll develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to become a qualified plumber whilst studying through Oldham College.

This apprenticeship offers genuine long-term career opportunities with many of our apprentices progressing into permanent skilled trade roles.

About the role

Youll work across our housing stock helping prepare empty homes for new customers by carrying out a variety of plumbing repairs and installations.

Youll learn how to:

• Repair and replace pipework
• Install and maintain bathrooms and kitchens
• Fit taps toilets basins and sinks
• Diagnose and repair plumbing faults
• Install hot and cold water systems
• Carry out leak detection and repairs
• Use plumbing tools and equipment safely
• Read technical drawings and specifications
• Work alongside joiners electricians plasterers and other trades
• Follow health and safety legislation and safe systems of work
• Deliver excellent customer service to our customers

Throughout your apprenticeship youll receive structured on-the-job training and support from experienced mentors. One day a week will be spent attending Oldham College.

What were looking for

Were looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine interest in plumbing
• Enjoys practical and technical work
• Has good problem-solving skills
• Is reliable hardworking and motivated to learn
• Works well as part of a team
• Has a positive attitude and excellent communication skills
• Is committed to successfully completing their Level 3 apprenticeship

Entry Requirements

Youll need to meet the entry requirements for the Level 3 Plumbing Apprenticeship delivered by Oldham College.

Minimum entry requirements: GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) or above in Maths and English plus Grade 4 or above in three other subjects.

Have a driving license or a willingness to learn.

What youll receive

• Earn while you learn
• Level 3 Plumbing qualification through Oldham College
• Support from experienced qualified plumbers
• Day release for college learning
• PPE tools and equipment provided
• Excellent employee benefits including generous annual leave pension scheme and healthcare cash plan
• A fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent career with FCHO upon successful completion

Join a team thats committed to providing safe quality homes for our customers while investing in the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

Interested

Please submit your application before 11th August2026.

Interview and Assessment dates to be confirmed.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications.

We are committed to building an organisation that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectivesskills andare proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. As an equal opportunities employer FCHO is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age disability sex sexual orientation pregnancy and maternity race or ethnicity religion or belief gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.

We care that you have a great experience with us at FCHO and if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments to make your experience smoother please let us know andwell do all we can.