Apprentice Electrician Level 3 - CMB2386e

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Job details

Job reference REQ Date posted 04/03/2026 Application closing date 16/03/2026 Location DALSTON, CARLISLE Salary From September 2026 - £8.00 per hour - Apprenticeship Wage - during first 12 months. (If 19 years old or over, after 12 months your salary will increase to minimum wage for your age) Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Apprentice Attachments Blank

Salary: From September 2026 - £8.00 per hour - Apprenticeship Wage - during first 12 months. (If 19 years old or over, after 12 months your salary will increase to minimum wage for your age)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Carlisle

Start Date: From September 2026 onwards

Apprenticeship Duration: Typically, 54 months

Closing Date: 16th March

Interviews: 30th March - 20th April 2026

About this Opportunity

As a Level 3 Installation Electrician Apprentice at Cumberland Council, you'll play a hands on role in installing, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of electrical systems across our buildings and services. You'll learn how to work safely, efficiently, and to industry standards while gaining experience with real projects that support our local communities. Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll build the technical skills, problem solving abilities, and professional confidence needed to progress into a successful career within infrastructure and engineering.

This apprenticeship is a great fit if you're hands on, eager to learn, and ready to take on real responsibility from day one. You'll be part of a supportive team, gain a qualification while you work, and open the door to a long term career in a growing industry. If you're excited to get started and want to make a real impact across Cumberland, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply

• Please complete the online application form and read all the Supporting Information including the Apprenticeship Description carefully to help you complete your application.
• Ensure you have answered the three questions telling us why you're interested and how you have or would develop the essential skills, qualities and behaviours and give examples. Please remember to indicate which apprenticeship you are applying for - it could be both!
• List all your qualifications, including any predicted exam grades.
• If you have any additional information you'd like to provide to support your application, for example a copy of your CV or a covering letter, please upload with your application form.

Eligibility Checks: Training providers will carry out eligibility checks. Some of the details you have included in your application form i.e. name; date of birth; home address; email address; telephone/mobile number and qualifications will be shared with commissioned apprenticeship training providers for the purpose of the recruitment, training and management of the apprenticeship programme.

We believe in cultivating potential over perfection. If this apprenticeship sounds like you and you resonate with our values, we encourage you to apply or contact for an informal chat prior to your application.

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Cumberland Council is an ambitious and forward thinking authority dedicated to shaping a better future for our communities. We are passionate about creating a vibrant future by addressing inequalities, creating thriving economies that work for our residents and protecting our environment.

At the core of our vision is a commitment to our people, with health and well being being integral to everything we do, underscoring every initiative and ensuring we provide unparalleled support for all.

We can't do it without you! Come and embark on the journey to a vibrant future with us, where the work you do will make a real impact. Together, let's shape a community that's as dynamic and inclusive as our landscape. Be a part of the transformation!

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We're dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That's why we're a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer - to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing . While adjustments aren't always guaranteed, we'll always listen and we'll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Continuing Professional Development

We are committed to nurturing the ongoing growth and professional advancement of our valued team members to fulfil your potential and advance your career. Our comprehensive career development and training offer emphasises continuous learning as a cornerstone for achieving both individual and organisational goals.

Keeping the people we work with safe

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect unwavering commitment to this cause from our employees, volunteers, and the Externally Provided Workforce (EPWs). Together, we create a secure environment where every individual is safeguarded and respected.

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We don't just encourage engagement-we celebrate it. That's why we've cultivated a vibrant community of staff networking groups where every voice matters.

These groups are more than just forums-they're hubs of innovation and inclusion, dedicated to sparking fresh ideas, challenging the status quo, and championing equality and fairness for all. From exploring new perspectives to shaping policies that reflect our diverse workforce, our staff networks play a pivotal role in driving positive change.

Join us and become part of something bigger

• Race Equality
• Rainbow Alliance
• Carers Network
• Shine Community
• Be a Change Champion to shape our council's future through transformative initiatives.