Apprentice Property Maintenance Officer in Stratford-upon-Avon

Stratford-on-Avon District Council is based in the heart of Warwickshire, in one of the most scenic and historical regions in the UK. The Council’s headquarters are in Shakespeare’s hometown. The district has thriving towns and over 135,000 residents, with millions of visitors each year. We provide public services to residents, businesses, and visitors across the region.

At the Council, our people are our superpower, and by bringing your talents, you will join a great team with dedicated people across a dynamic portfolio of work providing high-quality services.

• A minimum of 25 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays.
• Hybrid working arrangements with the flexibility to work from home for up to 60% of your hours (dependent upon the role).
• Flexi-time scheme for a better work-life balance.
• Health Cash Plan Scheme for medical and dental expenses.
• Eye test voucher scheme.
• Everyone Active Gym Membership discount.
• Training and Development opportunities.
• Payment of one professional subscription fee.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme to secure your future.
• Access to free Will writing services.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Salary Sacrifice schemes e.g. Cycle to Work.
• Free town centre parking.

What to Expect in the Role: Join us as an Apprentice Maintenance Officer and earn while you learn. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop practical skills, and work towards a nationally recognised qualification—all while receiving a salary. Our apprenticeships offer real-world training, career progression opportunities, and the chance to work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.

As part of this Apprenticeship opportunity, you will benefit from dedicated training time—at least 20% of your working hours—to help you achieve the Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship. This structured learning is designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in a governance role.

At the end of the apprenticeship contract, the postholder will have developed the necessary skills and experience to:

• Assist in undertaking general repair and maintenance tasks to public offices, public conveniences, open spaces, car parks, and other buildings and areas maintained by the Council.
• Help undertake minor works of a general building and/or civil engineering nature and ensure areas are made safe and secured throughout a works programme.
• Assist in providing maintenance cover and support to all Departments of the Council.
• Be a key holder.
• Set and maintain high standards of quality and efficiency in all activities undertaken.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with Council policies and best practices.
• Maintenance & Repairs: Assist with general repairs, maintenance tasks, and minor works across Council facilities, including public buildings and car parks.
• Operational Support: Help source materials, supervise minor contractors, and respond to urgent maintenance needs efficiently.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of work completed, including time, materials, and inspection data.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with staff across departments to minimise disruption and support the effective delivery of services.

What You’ll Need:

• Willingness to Learn: Enthusiastic about undertaking apprenticeship training and developing new skills in building maintenance and repairs.
• Communication & IT Skills: Able to communicate effectively in spoken and written English, with basic IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Practical Skills: A passion for practical, hands-on tasks, with an aptitude for using simple tools, problem solving, good organisational skills, and the ability to work independently.
• Physical Requirements: Physically fit, able to work in confined spaces, and confident using hand tools and machinery.
• Flexibility & Responsibility: Holds a full, clean driving licence and is willing to attend emergency callouts outside normal hours.

Apprenticeships are funded by the UK Government and there are some rules to consider for eligibility. You will have been a resident in the UK for the last 3 years prior to the start of the apprenticeship or fit the criteria of eligible residency status. You do not already hold the same or similar qualifications. These rules apply to funding for training and assessing apprentices in England.

How to Apply and Contact: For an informal chat about the role, please contact Julie Lewis, Head of Environment and Operations, at Julie.Lewis@stratford-dc.gov.uk. Applications will close at midnight on Monday 9th February 2026. Interviews will be held week beginning 23rd February 2026.