We are Recruiting

Housing Apprentice

Closing Date:             Friday 25^th July at 12 noon

Location:                      Belfast

Salary:                            £ 23,088 per annum

Contract:                      2 Year Fixed Term Contract

Hours:                             Full time (Mon. – Fri. – 37 hours p/w)

Description:

Not sure what you want to do next? Have you thought about working in housing? Housing offers a wide range of careers within Housing Management.

Our Apprentice programmes will be the first step on your career path to becoming a Housing Management professional. You will be at the heart of public/social housing working within our local estates and communities. It could be housing management, community development, repairs and maintenance or developing and planning for building new homes.

Main Terms and Conditions of Employment

1. Salary for the post is currently £23,088 per annum.
2. The post is a fixed term post for 2 years.
3. Applicant will be eligible to join the NILGOSC (Northern Ireland Local Government Officers’ Superannuation Committee) contributory pension scheme.
4. Mileage allowance will be paid to the post holder.
5. Annual Leave: 22 days plus 11 recognised statutory holidays.
6. Newington operates a Flexible Working Policy and contracted hours are 37 per week from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to work outside normal office hours, attend meetings, training events, seminars and conferences and some weekend work, if necessary.
7. Location – The role is based at Newington Housing’s head office, which is located at 300 Limestone Road, Belfast, BT15 3AR. However, the post holder will be expected to be able to travel throughout Northern Ireland and occasionally further afield.

 

Essential Criteria – Candidates must:

• 5 GCSE’s (including Grade C or above in English and Maths, or equivalent).
• Must be committed to enrolling on and completing a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Housing Practice through North West Regional College (NWRC). Further information regarding the apprenticeship can be found via the following link:

Housing Practice (Level 3 Apprenticeship) | North West Regional College

• A current driving licence or access to transport that enables you to meet the requirements of the job within a reasonable timeframe, is essential.

Please clearly indicate on your submission that you meet the requirements of the post, including the driving licence/access to a car.

Recruitment packs can be obtained by contacting Newington HA’s Office on 02890744055, e-mailing admin@newingtonha.co.uk  or in writing to:

Newington Housing Association

300 Limestone Road

Belfast

BT15 3AR

The pack is also available in alternative formats upon request.

Newington HA is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.  We would particularly welcome applications from disabled persons as they are currently underrepresented within our workforce.

Closing date for completed applications is Friday 25^th July 2025 at 12pm.