Property & Admin Apprentice who will be Working towards an Apprenticeship in Property Maintenance
THE OFFICE, PEARCE COURT, WINDMILL ROAD, OX9 2DJ
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Summary
Work towards the Property Maintenance (Level 2) qualification and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to achieve. Learn different trade disciplines to build a well-rounded skillset. Gain an understanding of the role of property maintenance within social housing.
Training course: Property maintenance operative (level 2)
Hours Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm. However this can be flexible to meet the needs of the current workload. This will be discussed during the interview process 35.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 08 September 2025
Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Property duties:
Work alongside experienced tradespeople to develop skills in plumbing, carpentry, painting and decorating, garden maintenance, landscaping, and general property upkeep
Support with basic repairs, maintenance tasks, and routine property inspections
Assist in preparing and organising materials, tools, and equipment for jobs, maintaining clean and safe work areas
Follow all health and safety guidelines, safe working practices, and safeguarding procedures at all times
Learn to use hand and power tools safely and effectively under supervision
Admin duties:
Support the office team with scheduling repairs and maintenance appointments
Answer phone calls and emails from residents (under supervision)
Assist in maintaining accurate records of works completed, materials used, and appointment dates using internal systems
File documents, update spreadsheets, and learn our housing management software
Where you’ll work
THE OFFICE PEARCE COURT WINDMILL ROAD THAME OX9 2DJ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Your Off The JobTraining (OTJ) will take place at ACE Training who are based in Kidlington Oxford OX5 1JD
ACE Training is well situated for both buses and Trains and there is ample parking for those Apprentices who drive
You will be required to attend one day a week, Monday is the planned day for Property Maintenance Apprentivces to attend
You are required to attend from 8.30 to 4.30
ACE are flexible to meet the needs of its employers, so attendance can be changed if all parties agree
Requirements
Skills
Communication skills
Initiative
• Genuine interest in learning
Punctual and Reliable
Work safely
About this company
About us Thame and District Housing Association was established in 1964 by a group of local business people who recognised the need for social housing in the area. We are committed to providing high-quality, affordable housing for local people, with a focus on sheltered accommodation for older residents. The Opportunity We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic apprentice to join our team in September 2025. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in property management and administration within a small, supportive organisation that makes a real difference in the community.
• Employee assistance scheme provided, a range of discounts. • Travel between sites may be required – driving license a bonus but not essential • Role includes Indoor & Outdoor work • We have signed up to the Oxfordshire Inclusive Employer Pledge
After this apprenticeship
To develop into a new role within the company with additional responsibilities
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THAME & DISTRICT HOUSING ASSOCIATION LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000334375.