Today, Berkeley Group has opened applications to its apprenticeship programme, offering roles in site management and technical design on some of the most ambitious regeneration and homebuilding projects in the country.
The programme, which includes opportunities based in London and the South of England, includes a competitive package, study time, mentoring, benefits and hands-on training with industry-leading experts.
Berkeley apprentices will be joining welcoming and supportive teams, and will be part of a positive working environment based around respect, support, wellbeing, safety and inclusivity.
Applications are open until 17 May. Assessment Centres take place in June and the start date is 2 September 2024.
Catherine Hawkett, Berkeley Group Future Skills Manager, said:
“We’re delighted to be opening our apprenticeship programme and are now searching for diverse and talented people to join our fantastic teams. We warmly welcome applications from the communities around our sites and offer a range of skills and personal development support to help people of all ages and backgrounds to build a lasting career with Berkeley.
“We’re proud that close to 10% of our total workforce are in ‘earn and learn’ roles and we’re committed to supporting people in the early stages of their careers.”
Aisha Vincent, Apprentice Site Manager at St George (A Berkeley Group company), said:
"My apprenticeship has been enjoyable so far. Construction is really interesting and there is so much to learn especially during all the different build stages of a project. Berkeley apprentices are given a mentor which is useful as you have someone to shadow and answer any questions that come up. The site team and contractors are also really helpful and always willing to help out if needed.”
The first stage of the application process is anonymised to remove unconscious bias and create a fair and level playing field. Supporting diversity is a priority for Berkeley and the company welcomes applicants of any gender, age, ethnicity, sexuality or background.
Berkeley supports skills development through a network of dedicated skills managers, mentors, the Berkeley Academy training centre, an online Learning Management System, and a network of external training partners.
Berkeley Group has set Future Skills as one of ten strategic priorities under its long-term business strategy, called Our Vision 2030.
Berkeley Group is a Gold member of The 5% Club, a network of leading businesses that commit to a minimum of 5% of their direct workforce being in earn and learn positions.