At a Glance
- Tasks: Support day-to-day facilities operations and ensure a safe, efficient working environment.
- Company: Join the National Centre for Social Research, a leading charity in social research.
- Benefits: Gain practical experience while completing a recognised apprenticeship in facilities management.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and development in facilities operations.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on workplace services and contribute to meaningful social research.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4 or above required.
The predicted salary is between 19575 - 23925 £ per year.
About the Employer
The National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) is a registered charity and is the largest independent and not-for-profit social research organisation in the UK. At NatCen, we're driven by the belief that social research has the power to make life better. Our research influences policy makers, practitioners, academics and the media, shaping our understanding of the world we live in and how it is changing. We have a staff workforce of 360 with around 700 interviewers/freelance workers.
What You'll Do
An exciting opportunity to join NatCen as a Facilities Assistant Apprentice, supporting the day-to-day running of workplace services across our London and Harold Hill sites while completing a Facilities Services Operative apprenticeship. This role sits within the facilities team and reports to the Facilities Supervisor. You will help support a safe, well-maintained and efficient working environment across NatCen sites while gaining practical experience in facilities operations.
Day-to-day duties will include:
- Supporting facilities operations
- Helping with room setups, office moves and workplace services
- Responding to maintenance requests
- Assisting with health and safety checks
- Supporting contractors on site
- Helping manage office and IT consumables
The role offers broad exposure to workplace services, compliance, sustainability, customer service and continuous improvement, with regular contact with the Facilities Supervisor, wider facilities team, colleagues across the organisation, and visiting contractors.
Training Outcome
This apprenticeship offers the opportunity to build practical experience in facilities management and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for future roles in workplace services and facilities operations.
Skills Required
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- IT skills
Qualifications
Essential - GCSE - English - 4
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4
Course Information
Course: Facilities services operative (level 2)
Level 2 Route: Construction and the built environment
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday - Friday, working hours TBC.
Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Training Provider: CAPITAL CITY COLLEGE GROUP
Facilities Assistant Apprentice at the National Centre for Social Research in London employer: National Centre for Social Research
The National Centre for Social Research is an excellent employer, offering a flexible part-time role that allows you to make a meaningful impact in the community through vital research. With competitive pay, performance bonuses, and a supportive work culture that values communication and employee growth, you'll find a rewarding environment in Bournemouth that encourages your professional development while contributing to important social issues.
Contact Details:
National Centre for Social Research Recruitment Team
