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Stoke-on-Trent City Council,
Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations
Section: Highway Direct Services
Location: Weighbridge Site Lodge
Grade: Apprenticeship
Salary: Under 21 National Minimum Wage £10.85 per hour
21 and Over Year 1: National Minimum Wage £10.85 per hour
Year 2: National Living Wage £12.71 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract for 3 years
This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.
About us:
We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.
Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.
Further information on the Council and our directorates
The Role:
Looking for a career that's hands-on, rewarding and makes a real difference to your community? Stoke-on-Trent City Council is recruiting Highway Maintenance Apprentices to join our frontline highways team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification while earning a salary and developing practical skills for a long-term career. Working alongside experienced highway operatives, you'll help maintain the city’s roads, footways and drainage systems, keeping Stoke-on-Trent moving safely.
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What you’ll do:
- Repair potholes and road defects
- Assist with gully emptying and drainage maintenance
- Learn to use specialist tools and equipment
- Help set up safe work sites
- Support a variety of highway maintenance activities
What we're looking for:
- A positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Someone who enjoys practical, hands-on work
- A reliable team player
- Someone who enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions
No previous experience is needed – we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.
This apprenticeship is ideal for school leavers, college leavers or anyone looking to start a practical and rewarding career. Take the first step towards your future and help shape the roads of Stoke-on-Trent. Apply today!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in carrying out highway maintenance activities including pothole repairs, footway repairs, drainage maintenance and gully emptying
- Work safely as part of a highways operational team, complying with all health, safety and environmental procedures
- Learn and apply the practical skills and knowledge required to achieve the Level 2 Highway Maintenance qualification
- Operate and maintain tools, plant and equipment under supervision, ensuring they are used safely and effectively
- Support the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance programmes to help maintain a safe and serviceable highway network
- Develop the skills, behaviours and experience required to become a competent highway maintenance operative, contributing to the future resilience and succession planning of the workforce
What we offer:
- A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme
- Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes
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For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager Steve Lovatt, Steve.Lovatt@stoke.gov.uk
Pre-Employment Checks:
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:
- Right to Work in the UK
- Proof of address
- Satisfactory references
- Occupational Health Clearance
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)
The Council will not accept any speculative CVs from employment agencies.
No agency terms and conditions accompanying any such CVs will be accepted by the Council.
Any unsolicited information sent by an employment agency will be treated as the property of the Council.
Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority. If this happens you will be advised accordingly.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.
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