Location: Northallerton or Otley
Hours: Permanent/Apprenticeship/ Inc. part time education
Full Time 37.5 hrs per week for age 21 and under
40 Hours per week for over the age of 21
Salary/Rate £25,250 per year (40 hours) (All degree fees will be paid by Align Property Services)
Have you recently completed your bachelor’s degree in architecture and looking to take your qualifications further?
Do you want to develop your skills with a team of professionals, who will support you through your fully funded degree to reach your Level 7?
Align Property Services is looking for a driven individual, eager to learn and committed to a career in architecture, to join our team in Northallerton or Otley as an Apprentice Architectural Assistant.
You will receive full training and it is expected that you will progress to a fully funded, Level 7 Degree level through day-release to university to achieve your Post Part 2 qualification.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build a solid foundation for your architectural career combining mentorship, theory, and professional practice.
Align Property Services, who are we?
We are an award-winning building design consultancy, recently named Regional Energy Consultancy and Regional New Build Project of the Year for our work with Darlington Borough Council at the North East Energy Efficiency Awards, where it was recognised as national best practice.
Align Property Services is a Limited Company, wholly owned by North Yorkshire Council and we are one of the largest multi-discipline building design consultancies in the North of England. We are collaborative in the way we work, offering a broad range of services in Architecture, Sustainability, Building Surveying, Project Management, Civil & Structural, Transport Planning, Bridges, Highways & Drainage Engineering, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, CD, Property Advisory & Estate Management.
We are dynamic and diverse in our approach to projects, from valuing small gardens to multi-million-pound listed structures including schools, fire stations, care homes and other public and commercial buildings across the UK. We are in continuous development of new projects with North Yorkshire Council and other public and private sector clients, and it is an exciting time to join us as we continue to evolve.
As an Apprentice Architecture Assistant, you will;
Gain hands-on experience in technical delivery, using software like AutoCAD and Revit while working on projects in housing, education, and public buildings.
Your tasks will include creating plans, gathering construction information, preparing work schedules with NBS software, conducting site inspections, and attending meetings with clients and contractors. You'll also support compliance with CDM regulations and follow business standards and timelines.
For a full outline of the responsibilities and requirements, please view the job description.
In return, you'll receive a structured apprenticeship program with degree-level progression, weekly day release to university, travel expenses covered, 25 days of annual leave, and opportunities for professional development. A competitive salary and clear progression path will be provided as you advance.
Essential requirements:
· To have gained the BA(Hons) or BSc (Hones) in Architecture and fulfilled the Architects Registration Board Part 1 Qualification
· To meet the UCAS point requirement for the degree associated with the role.
· Minimum 5 GCSE Grades A-C/5-9 including Maths, English and Science and/or
· A Level grades suitable for entry onto accredited p/t apprenticeship course
· Good IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office.
· Good communication skills both written and verbal.
· Driving Licence or willing/working towards obtaining a UK Driving Licence
About the Qualification:
You will undertake anArchitecture Degree Apprenticeship level 7 at a local University who offer the course on a part time basis.
Information on the universities that offer the course will be shared in 2025, when the courses have been released by each university.
How to Apply:
To apply, please forward your CV and Supporting Statement to: Danielle McDowell (Resourcing Specialist) via e-mail at [email protected]
Please ensure that your CV is current and includes your contact details and all relevant qualifications. In your supporting statement, please explain your motivation for applying and how you feel you meet the criteria outlined in the job description.
To discuss this position in further detail please contact Danielle McDowell on 07977 743 718.
Closing Date: Monday 9th of January 2025
Interviews are expected to be held on Monday 20th of January 2025
Expected Start date : August/September 2025
Align Property Services Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, or belief.
Please note, we do not accept applications from agencies and can only consider applications from individuals with right to work within the UK.
We reserve the right to remove this vacancy in the event of the position being filled before the proposed deadline. Interviews will take place in our Northallerton office.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,250.00 per year
Schedule:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Northallerton, DL6 2NA
