Northampton Electrical Services Limited is looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic apprentice who has achieved a Level 2 Electrical Installation qualification and is ready to progress to a Level 3 apprenticeship while gaining valuable industry experience.
Training course: Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday. Shifts to be further confirmed with the employer.
40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 21 September 2026
Duration: 3 Years 6 Months
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
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist qualified electricians with electrical installation and maintenance work
- Support the installation of electrical systems in domestic, commercial and industrial environments
- Learn how to interpret electrical drawings and specifications
- Carry out testing, inspection and fault-finding activities under supervision
- Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety regulations
- Maintain tools, equipment and work areas to a high standard
- Complete apprenticeship coursework and attend all required training sessions
- Develop industry knowledge and practical skills through on-the-job training
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
MOULTON COLLEGE
Your training course
Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)
Your training plan
Installation and Maintenance Electrician Level 3.
Training will take place at Moulton College's Holcot Campus on a day-release basis. As part of the apprenticeship, the successful candidate will be required to attend college one day per week to complete their training and qualifications.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Level 2 Electrical Installation (grade Pass)
- Maths (grade 4)
- CSCS Card (grade Pass)
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
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Prior electrical experience
- Ability to work independently
- Able to follow instructions
- Able to work safely
Other requirements
- Applicants are expected to be of age 18 or above (for insurance purposes), and further should have their Level 2 Electrical Installation qualification
- The successful applicant is also expected to be able to travel to arrive at meeting points in Moulton, NN3 or Bedford Rd, NN4
- Applicants must be 18 or above (for insurance purposes)
- Applicants must have their CSCS card or have completed the Health and Safety Test
About this company
Northants Electrical Services Ltd - when it comes to Electrical companies, we're hard to beat!
We take great pride in all work which we undertake, taking great care to make sure that our client’s needs are met in a meticulous and professional manner.
All of our staff are fully qualified to complete the task at hand, and we operate to all modern governed standards.
We have an exemplary track record when it comes to meeting our clients’ needs, and we are confident that we can exceed your expectations when it comes to your next Electrical project.
Company benefits
- Work towards a Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation
- Gain industry experience alongside experienced electrical professionals
- Develop practical skills and technical knowledge in a real environment
- Earn while you learn
After this apprenticeship
- Receiving their Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Installation
- Gain valuable industry experience alongside experienced electrical professionals
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NORTHAMPTON ELECTRICAL SERVICES LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000041746.
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Closes on Friday 24 July 2026