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CABLE CONSULTANTS LTD - Fire and Security Systems Apprentice

Salary: £16,640 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Hours: 40
Closing Date: Fri 10 Apr 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
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CABLE CONSULTANTS LTD - Fire and Security Systems Apprentice

Summary

Kickstart your career as a Fire and Security Systems Apprentice with a dynamic, privately-owned company delivering essential life-safety systems across the UK. Supporting a wide range of clients—primarily within the care sector.

Annual wage: £16,640 a year
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Training course: Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Hours
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm, 30 mins lunch break.
40.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Monday 13 April 2026

Duration: 2 Years 9 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

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Fire and Security Systems Apprentice at Cable Consultants Ltd. The successful applicant would have excellent long-term prospects as the company continues to grow and would benefit from joining a small team where they can receive more intensive training and full support throughout their apprenticeship.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right person who is enthusiastic, hardworking and wants to learn new skills.

Main duties:

  • Assist with the installation and commissioning of Nurse Call, Fire Alarm, Emergency Lighting, and Access Control systems
  • Carry out routine servicing and maintenance to ensure systems remain fully operational and compliant
  • Support with fault finding and small remedial repairs across a variety of sites
  • Work alongside experienced engineers to develop technical knowledge and practical skills
  • Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with company and industry standards
  • Maintain accurate records of work carried out and report any issues to senior engineers
  • Deliver a professional and courteous service when interacting with clients on-site
  • Probationary period applies

Where you'll work

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.

College or training organisation

ACCESS TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Fire emergency and security systems technician (level 3)

Your training plan

  • Fire, Emergency and Security Systems Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard - will attend a combination of weekly/fortnightly day release at our Team Valley training centre

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Ambitious and eager to learn

Other requirements

Driving licence would be preferred but is not essential for the right candidate who is looking to achieve this within an agreed timescale.

About this company

Safety Systems Distribution Ltd is a specialist UK-based provider of care and safety technology solutions, supporting healthcare environments such as care homes, hospitals, and supported living facilities. Established in 1998, the company operates nationwide, offering a full range of services including the design, supply, installation, and maintenance of systems tailored to client needs

After this apprenticeship

  • As you progress in the role, you’ll move towards more independent working, including being assigned your own company van and managing allocated jobs
  • With growing experience, your responsibilities will increase, providing opportunities to take ownership of projects and develop into a project management role

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CABLE CONSULTANTS LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000023173.

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Closes on Friday 10 April 2026

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