Modern Apprenticeship Electrician

Modern Apprenticeship Electrician (fixed term until 02/08/2030)

Multiple locations across City.

Salary: £24,533 - £28,294

Hours: 36 per week

Tools Allowance: £13.26 per month

The City of Edinburgh Council is committed to providing the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge in the world of work through our Modern (Craft) Apprenticeship Training Programme. Modern Apprenticeships offer new and returning entrants to the labour market the chance of paid employment combined with the opportunity to do training relevant to the occupational area, including the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications that help kick‑start a career.

You will serve a 4‑year Electrician apprenticeship where you will learn through on‑site learning and academic study a range of essential electrical works such as electrical wiring, installation of electrical fittings, testing equipment and installation of electrical fitments and conduits.

You will undertake an SVQ Level 3/SCQF Level 6 and pass all exams and standards required to qualify in this trade.

Applicants must have left secondary education in the past three years or currently be on a City of Edinburgh Council employability training programme, or be aged up to 29
* with disability or care experience.

Applicants must show a willingness to participate in a Modern Apprenticeship programme.

Applicants must be willing to obtain a driving licence and must be able to travel to college.

* Due to criteria for external funding for qualification.

Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range.

Tools allowance is provided to help cover equipment costs.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented.

All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care‑experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Find out more about our commitment to equalities.