Market Apprentice (Facilities)

Cheshire West and Chester Council

Apprenticeship summary

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Closing date: June 6, 2026

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Wage:
£24,796 a year
Total hours per week:
37
Expected duration (weeks):
52
Positions (available):
1
Date posted:
May 27, 2026
Possible start date:
June 29, 2026
Apprenticeship level:

Intermediate

The Facilities Market Apprentice is a key role within the
Councils Major Capital Projects service which sits within our
Economy & Housing Directorate.

This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience within a busy
Market Facilities team, playing a key role in maintaining a
safe, clean, and efficient environment.

This apprenticeship with have a line manager, workplace
mentor, inclusive employment manager and a dedicated
apprentice programme tutor.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the post
holder will progress to the substantive post of Market
Operative.

Notwithstanding the detail in this Job Role Profile, the job
holder will undertake such work as may be determined by
the Manager from time to time, up to or at a level consistent
with the Principal Responsibilities of the job.

Many services and customers span across the Borough and
therefore you may be required to work at any location in
Cheshire West and Chester.

This role is classed as ’Hybrid Flexible Worker’ and this
means that the role will be flexible in working hours across
all market sites.

Apprenticeship typical duration expected to 13 months for
this Level 2 Facilities service operative. Apprenticeship
leaning and delivery will be primarily online and at employer
promises.

With appropriate support and supervision, the Apprentice will:

  • Responsibility for the cleanliness of the market premises, facilities and perimeter
  • To ensure all refuse is disposed of regularly and to ensure all receptacles are cleaned and stored accordingly
  • To ensure the cleanliness of all common areas including toilets, lifts, kitchens, hallways, offices and external areas
  • To secure the markets and service sites to include locking and unlocking and setting or disabling of alarm systems. To attend
    emergency call out as and when required
  • Assisting traders and member of the public
  • To use and maintain all powered cleaning machinery and to organise service repairs
  • To report any breaches of the Market Rules and Regulations and to advise Duty Officers of any concerns regarding members of the public or traders
  • To regularly patrol the market floors, areas and associated sites to monitor cleanliness and complete any associated paperwork in
    line with Council procedures
  • To work on a rota basis to provide cover at any Cheshire West and Chester Market or site as and when require
  • As an apprentice, you’ll be employed while gaining practical, hands-on experience. You’ll develop new skills and learn alongside experienced colleagues
  • This role is classed as ’Hybrid Flexible Worker’ and this
    means that the role will be flexible in working hours across
    all market sites
  • On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the post
    holder will progress to the substantive post of Market
    Operative
  • This Apprenticeship has a permanent contract of employment

Employer

Cheshire West and Chester Council

Our work spans over 3,900 colleagues across hundreds of roles, professions and services, making us one of the most diverse and complex employers in the region. We are responsible for delivering a wide range of essential public services and strategic priorities that shape the places, communities and lives of our residents every single day. From frontline delivery to professional, technical and corporate roles, our organisation brings together expertise from across disciplines to respond to the evolving needs of our borough — supporting people, strengthening communities and driving long-term change at scale.

Training

Training Provider:

GLP TRAINING LTD

Apprenticeship standard:

Facilities services operative (level 2)