Apprentice Electrician

About your team

At British Gas, our mission is to sell it and mend it.

We’ve been powering the UK’s homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon‑footprint.

About your role

Your mission is to help us mend it by diving head first into the world of electrical Installation & maintenance.

This is your chance to kickstart a career that powers homes, energises communities, and lights up lives.

As an Apprentice Electrician, you won’t just learn the ropes – you’ll master them.

From day one, you’ll be absorbing knowledge, sharpening your skills, and working toward becoming a fully qualified Domestic Electrician – a true household hero.

Don’t be fooled, this isn’t your average gig… If you’ve got the spark, we’ve got the switch!

What we’re looking for

• 4 GCSEs, ideally including Maths & English, at grade C/4 or above or a recognised equivalent.
• A genuine passion for learning a trade & striving for a successful career whilst working to the highest levels of safety.
• A full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Availability to attend your training course, with provided accommodation and travel if needed (training is hosted by Trade Skills 4U in predetermined locations in England).
• Customer‑first mindset – you’ll listen, understand, and offer energy‑saving solutions that make a real difference in people’s homes.

What’s in it for you

• A starting salary of £18,564 which will continue to rise as you hit specific milestones during your apprenticeship.
• Once you have completed the full programme and aftercare support, your salary will increase to £41,389 with bonus and add‑ons on top.
• We also offer London Weighting Allowance ranging from £4,160 to £6,240 (dependant on location) for living or starting your day within London.
• An expensed electric van for you to use for work, including an EV charge point where applicable & charge card.

Important Notice Regarding 2026 Recruitment

We are planning extensive recruitment throughout 2026, across various locations. As such, start dates will be location dependent. If your application is selected for further consideration, we will contact you. Due to the staggered recruitment schedule and the anticipated volume of applications, this contact may occur later in 2026. We kindly request your patience during this process. All applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application.

Recruitment locations

• Greater London – Wimbledon & Wandsworth, Dulwich, Greenwich, & Ealing
• Midlands – Derby, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Birmingham, Dudley, Worcester, Tamworth, & Leamington Spa
• North England – The Wirral, Altrincham, Macclesfield, Barnsley, Rotherham, & Sheffield
• South England – Southampton & Bournemouth
• Southeast England – Canterbury, Dover, Bromley, Dartford, W Sussex, Watford, & Reading
• Southwest England – Exeter & Bristol
• Wales – Wrexham

Why should you apply?

We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too.

If you\’re full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non‑negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.