Apprentice Joiner

Sodexo France; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global service provider seeks an apprentice to join the Hard FM Estates team at Royal Stoke Hospital. The role involves assisting with maintenance, supporting installation tasks, and working to health and safety standards. Candidates should have a passion for engineering, relevant experience is preferred. The company provides a supportive work environment, training, and a range of benefits. This fixed-term role offers competitive hourly rates and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Mental health and wellbeing resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health & wellbeing app

Discounts on high street brands

Retirement savings plan

Full training and protective uniform

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in maintenance or healthcare environments preferred.
• Ability to assess situations confidently and make logical decisions.
• Committed to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reactive and planned preventative maintenance across building fabric.
• Support installation, repair, and maintenance of internal components.
• Learn about fire stopping and compartmentation in relation to joinery works.

Skills

Passion for engineering

Decision making under pressure

Self-motivated and adaptable

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Excellent communication skills

Education

Maths and English Grade C+

Job description

Job Introduction

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• Fixed Term contract (5 years) / 40 Hours / Monday - Friday
• £12.21 per hour
• Blue Light Card
• Holidays
• Location is Royal Stoke Hospital

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Please take the time to read the attached job description

This apprenticeship supports the Hard FM Estates team in safely maintaining hospital plant, equipment, and infrastructure. It provides hands‑on experience in building fabric maintenance, fire safety features, and minor works, all within a live healthcare setting. The role follows statutory requirements and HTM guidance, with training delivered under supervision in line with permit‑to‑work systems.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with reactive and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across building fabric and joinery systems.
• Support the installation, repair, and maintenance of (list not exhaustive) Internal fire doors (HTM 05-02), Skirting, architraves, handrails, Cubicles, wardrobes, fixed furniture, Partition walls and panelling, Floor coverings and decorative surfaces, Internal and External building fabric
• Follow instructions, technical drawings, and safety regulations under supervision.
• Learn about fire stopping, compartmentation, and infection‑controlled environments in relation to joinery works.
• Ensure work areas are clean, safe, and compliant with infection prevention measures (Trust policy & HTM 00).
• Maintain tools and materials safely and efficiently.
• Use IT systems (e.g., CAFM, tablet logging) for recording maintenance data.
• Attend mandatory and optional training as required.
• This role is multi-disciplined and will incorporate several different trades

What You Bring:

• Demonstrated passion for the engineering industry, with relevant experience in maintenance or healthcare environments preferred.
• Ability to assess situations confidently and make logical decisions, maintaining composure under pressure while effectively managing urgent tasks.
• Self‑motivated and adaptable, able to prioritize competing demands, willing to work overtime when necessary, and committed to ongoing professional development.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations applicable to engineering and maintenance work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including report writing, with proficiency in computer use and strong numerical ability. (Maths and English Grade C+)
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, showing initiative, professionalism, and a positive attitude at all times.

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On‑Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.