Kick‑Start Your Career With Us – Become an Apprentice!
Joinery • Plumbing • Electrical – Which Trade Will You Choose?
Are you ready to learn a skill for life, earn while you learn, and build a career you can be proud of?
Cunninghame Housing Association’s Direct Works team is recruiting an Apprentice Joiner, Apprentice Plumber, and Apprentice Electricians – and we’re looking for motivated people who want to make a real impact in our communities.
Whether you're a school leaver, looking for a career change, or just keen to work with your hands and learn from experienced professionals, this is your chance to start a rewarding journey.
Choose Your Path
Apprentice Joiner
If you love creating, fixing and working with timber, this is the trade for you. From fitting kitchens to repairing doors and frames, you’ll learn how to shape homes and spaces that make a difference.
(Paid at CITB National Rates — £8.00/hour)
Apprentice Plumber
Interested in how things flow? You’ll learn everything from installing bathrooms and heating systems to diagnosing leaks and maintaining safe, efficient plumbing across our properties.
(Paid at SNIJIB National Rates — £8.00/hour)
Apprentice Electrician
If you’re curious about how things work behind the switches and sockets, this path lets you work alongside qualified electricians delivering safe, modern electrical installations and repairs.
(Paid at SJIB National Rates — £8.16/hour)
Why Choose Our Apprenticeships?
- Earn a wage while gaining a recognised SVQ/NVQ qualification
- Learn directly from experienced tradespeople
- Gain real hands‑on experience working in tenant homes and community buildings
- Be part of a supportive organisation that invests in people, learning and progression
- Build confidence, skills and a long‑term career with us
Who Are We Looking For?
You don’t need previous experience — just:
✔ A positive attitude
✔ Reliability and willingness to learn
✔ National 4/5s (or GCSE equivalents) including Maths, English and a Technical/Science subject
✔ Genuine interest in a practical trade
If you’re enthusiastic, hardworking and motivated, we’ll guide you every step of the way.
Ready to Begin? Apply Now!
Tell us which trade excites you most and why — Joiner, Plumber or Electrician — and take your first step toward a skilled, secure and meaningful career.
Your future starts today. Which path will you choose?
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £8.00-£8.60 per hour
Expected hours: 38 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
