Housing group offers new apprenticeships
Sunderland based housing association Gentoo Group is on the lookout for a number of apprentices to join its workforce.
Since being formed in 2001, Gen too has created 277 apprentice ship opportunities–with over 90% of recruits successfully completing their training.
The latest intake will provide opportunities in repairs and maintenance, human resources,procurement, property investment, legal and estate services and the apprenticeships take between two to four years to complete, with a starting salary of £12,500 rising by £3,000 on successful completion of each year.
Nigel Wilson, chief executive officer at Gentoo group, said: “I am delighted that we have been able to create further apprenticeship opportunities for people across Wearside as we continue to invest in our workforce of the future.
“As one of the largest employers in Sunderland, we are committed to providing employment and training opportunities for residents and we look forward to supporting the new recruits in realising their potential.
Iain Nixon, vice principal for partnerships and commercial at Education Partnership North East, said: “Sunderland College and Gen too have along history of working in partnership together. We are delighted to be supporting Gentoo with their latest apprenticeship programme, this is a great opportunity for anyone looking to start a career with one the City’s leading employers.
"Over recent years G en too’ s apprenticeship programme has seen many young people go on to develop successful careers."
Applicants for an apprenticeship have until Friday, July 23, to apply at www.gentoogroup.com/about-us/jobs/