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Joiner
Qualified Joiner Places for People is one of the UK's largest housing providers and is proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Top 50 Best Workplaces. We are committed to creating inclusive communities and improving customers' lives. You’ll be working locally, making a real difference to people’s homes and neighbourhoods.
We're hiring a qualified Joiner, offering:
- A company van with fuel card
- Consistent work within your community
What You'll Get
- 35 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays) with options to buy/sell leave
- Overtime opportunities
- Core hours: 08:00–16:30 (Mon–Fri)
- Provided:
- Tools
- Uniform
- iPad
- Mobile phone
- PPE
- Pension with matched contributions (up to 7%)
- Permanent, secure employment
- Consistent workload within your dedicated area
- Bonus scheme (up to 2% for all colleagues)
- Death in Service benefit
- Sick pay
What You’ll Be Doing
- Carrying out joinery installations and repairs in domestic properties:
- Doors, kitchens, flooring, internal fittings
- Working to specifications, reports, and agreed standards
- Protecting customers’ homes/belongings during work
- Collaborating with supervisors, schedulers, and teams to meet deadlines
- Recording work activity and completing documentation
- Supporting apprentices and contributing to team performance/KPIs
What Your Day Looks Like
- A structured schedule covering:
- Repairs and maintenance
- Travelling between jobs in your company van
- Working independently or with a team
- Direct engagement with customers in their homes
- Ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance standards
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Where You’ll Work
You’ll work across:
- Occupied homes
- Void/empty properties
- A range of domestic properties in your local area
- environments involving vulnerable customers
Essential Criteria (Must meet all)
- NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Joinery
- Experience as a Joiner, ideally within:
- Social housing
- Domestic properties
- Full UK driving licence
- Based within the WF postcode (due to local patch coverage)
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- Experience across multiple trades
- IT literacy or willingness to learn digital systems
Hiring Process
We aim to interview suitable candidates quickly. Upon successful application, you'll complete an induction programme covering:
- Our systems
- How we operate
- Necessary training
Important Information
- Basic DBS check will be required
- You may be called to work across surrounding areas
Ready to Apply? If you’re looking for a stable role with:
- Consistent work
- Strong benefits
- Opportunity to make a local impact,
apply now.
Application Steps:
- Upload a CV and a supporting statement (showcasing how you meet the essential criteria)
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Additional Support
- If you’re a Places for People customer needing help with your application: → Email: skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk [opens in new window]
- Note: Closing date may be brought forward if we receive high-quality applications. Apply immediately to avoid disappointment.
- Agencies: PSL-based process only—no cold calls.
Safeguarding
At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We protect:
- Children, young people
- Adults at risk from harm, abuse, or neglect
Commitments include:
- Robust policies & pre-employment checks (e.g., DBS)
- Expectations to follow safeguarding protocols and report concerns
Armed Forces Support
Proud to uphold the Armed Forces Covenant. We guarantee an interview for those who:
- Are currently serving, have served (including reserves, veterans, and armed forces spouses/partners), or meet the essential criteria.
Disability Confident
- Level 2 Disability Confident Employer
- Disabled applicants who meet criteria get a guaranteed interview.
If defined under the Equality Act 2010, a disabled person is someone whose physical or mental impairment has a substantial and long-term negative effect on their daily activities.
Neurodiversity
Neurodiverse applicants who meet essentials will also get a guaranteed interview to ensure a fair process.
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