Electrical apprentice

Sgscol; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local electrical company is seeking an apprentice to join their friendly team for a 4.5-year program focused on electrical installations. Candidates should have at least a year of industry experience and GCSEs in Maths and English. The role involves hands-on electrical work with a qualified electrician, alongside attending college classes weekly for training. Upon successful completion, a full-time position may be offered. Competitive first-year wage is £15,704.

Qualifications

• At least one year's experience in the trade required.
• GCSEs in Maths and English at grades A*-C or 4-9.
• Must have own transport and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Work on electrical installations under the guidance of a qualified electrician.
• Attend college 1 day per week at SGS College.
• Complete practical work according to apprenticeship standards.

Skills

Customer care skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Initiative

Non judgmental

1 year experience

Education

GCSE in Maths

GCSE in English

Job description

Closes in 19 days (Monday 12 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Needing an apprentice with at least one year's experience in the trade to join our team. Small company which is mainly electrical installations. All local work undertaken. Very friendly and helpful team.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Training course

Installation and maintenance electrician (level 3)

Hours & Schedule

Work Monday - Friday; attend college 1 day per week at SGS College Horizon 38 Construction Centre. Working hours between 7.30am - 4.00pm.

40 hours a week

Monday 26 January 2026

Duration

4 years 6 months

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

What you'll do at work

An electrical apprentice will be working on jobs such as:

• Extensions
• Always working with a qualified electrician

Where you'll work

27 HEATHER AVENUE
FRAMPTON COTTERELL
BRISTOL
BS36 2FJ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE

Training course details

• Comply with all relevant legislation including environmental, regulations, codes of practice and other relevant information and guidance when planning and performing electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE) that should be used when undertaking electrical work in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Carry out work in a tidy and safe manner, including restoration of the work area on completion of work.
• Apply relevant legislation; Building Regulations; industry guidance notes; relevant codes of practice, the requirements of the current edition of the Wiring Regulations (BS7671) and other relevant standards while carrying out work.
• Understand and apply the practices and procedures for planning and preparing to maintain electrotechnical systems and equipment.
• Apply and use necessary mathematical and scientific techniques, formulae, and calculations that underpin an electrician’s work.
• Use a range of tools, materials, equipment, and components, including prefabricated, relevant to performing electrical work in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Design, plan, set up, and install electrical and related electronic systems including terminating and connecting cables in electrical wiring systems, installations, and equipment in commercial, industrial, and residential installations.
• Inspect and test new and where applicable existing electrical Installations in industrial, commercial and residential environments using test equipment.
• Apply diagnostic and problem-solving techniques to identify, assess and resolve electrical faults in industrial, commercial and residential environments.
• Install electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Maintain electrical and electronic equipment and components, including traditional and novel technologies such as connections for EV charge points, battery storage, solar and thermal panels, heating and cooling systems.
• Carry out and manage own work ensuring work is compliant to the standards required of an electrician working in industrial, commercial, and residential environments.
• Record work including the completion and maintenance of work documentation, recording of test results and preparation of appropriate certification.
• Use relevant digital learning platforms and business communication and collaboration applications.
• The apprenticeship will be delivered by South Gloucestershire and Stroud College over 54 months, plus 6 months EPA on a day-release basis
• You will be required to attend SGS Horizon 38 Construction Centre, Filton, on a day release for your studies, and an assessor will visit you on-site
• You will be assigned a supervisor/mentor within the workplace, who will support you to develop your workplace skills, knowledge and behaviours throughout the duration of your apprenticeship programme

Requirements

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade A*-C or 4-9*)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Customer care skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• 1 year experience

Other requirements

Having the right attitude, work ethic and commitment to your education as well as your employment are essential requirements for this role. Must have own transport and hand tools.

About this employer

Small company mainly Domestic electrical installations. Currently have2 directors and 2 apprentices. All local work undertaken. Very friendlyand helpful team.

After successful completion of this apprenticeship, a full-time permanent position will be offered.

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND STROUD COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000004981.

Apply now

Closes in 19 days (Monday 12 January 2026 at 11:59pm)