Trades Apprenticeships 2026 (Plumbers, Electricians & Joiners)

Trades Apprenticeships 2026 (Plumbers, Electricians & Joiners) – Blackpool & Blackburn

Location: Blackpool & Blackburn

Salary: £11.55 per hour

At Great Places Housing Group, we're committed to developing future talent from the very start of their career.

Our award-winning Growing Greatness apprenticeship programme gives you the opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience alongside skilled trades professionals while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification. 

You'll develop practical skills, industry knowledge and real-world experience that can help launch a successful career in the construction and housing sector.

Opportunities in Blackpool & Blackburn

We're recruiting for:

• Apprentice Plumber (4-year apprenticeship)
• Apprentice Joiner (2-year apprenticeship)
• Apprentice Electrician (4-year apprenticeship)

What you'll get

• Paid employment from day one
• A recognised apprenticeship qualification
• On the job training with experienced trades colleagues
• Support from dedicated mentors throughout your apprenticeship
• The opportunity to build a long-term career with Great Places

No experience required – just a positive attitude, willingness to learn and enthusiasm to develop your skills.

Key Dates and Information

• Assessment Centre: July 2026. Please be aware that the assessment will take place at our Head Office in Manchester. If successful for the role, you will be based in the Lancashire region, but be expected to travel to Manchester for training on occasions. 
• Final Interviews: August 2026.
• Expected Start Date: 1st September 2026.
• Successful apprentices will attend college as part of their apprenticeship programme and work towards a nationally recognised qualification.
• Travel to college and Great Places locations will be required throughout the programme.
• For full details about the apprenticeship, qualification, day-to-day responsibilities and what we're looking for, please see the role profile attached at the bottom of this page.

Questions?

If you have any questions about our Growing Greatness apprenticeship opportunities, please contact the team at growinggreatness @ greatplaces .org .uk.

Start your journey with Great Places today.

Closing date: 26th June 2026

Shortlist date: 27th June 2026

Interview date: Assessment Centre: July 2026/ Final Interview: August 2026