Apprentice - Carpentry and Joinery

Title:

Apprentice - Carpentry and Joinery

Location:

Dundee, Angus/Forfarshire, GB, DD2 3WN

Operation:
Sanctuary Property Services

Closing Date: 1/07/2026

Requisition: 228850

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission and will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Contract length: 4 years

Year 1 salary: £19,968 per year

Hours:

40 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Carpenter to join our team based in Dundee. The Apprenticeship program gives you practical experience whilst working towards a qualification in partnership with our training provider, Dundee and Angus College.

You’ll work towards a Level 2 nationally recognised qualification in Carpentry. Alongside workplace experience, you’ll receive off‑job training at college, providing a pathway to further skills, opportunities, and progression. Support from the team ensures you get the best out of your apprenticeship.

You will work in Scotland, based in Dundee. This opportunity gives valuable practical experience in Carpentry & Joinery, while developing customer‑facing skills essential for a career in the industry.

• A minimum of 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent), including Maths and English
• Good practical and problem‑solving skills
• Enjoy physically demanding work
• Must hold a full, valid UK driving licence or be working towards obtaining one, as driving on company business is required

We provide in‑house repairs and maintenance for a wide range of properties, as part of a not‑for‑profit organisation. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture, with customers at the heart of everything we do.

• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Staff Networks providing support and a shared interest in inclusion

Closing date: 1 July 2026

As part of the application process, your details will be shared with the training provider who may contact you to complete a further application. Both applications will form part of the overall review process.

Applicants should have a current CV. For questions, contact

We reserve the right to close or extend the closing date, depending on application numbers.

We work closely with the Home Office to prevent unlawful working. A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application, which we will pay for.