Clock Maker (Apprentice)

Speaker''s Apprenticeship AcademyWe are excited to offer the Clock Maker (Apprentice) role within the Parliamentary Maintenance Services Team (PMST) as part of our Speaker''s Apprenticeship Academy. Now in its third year, the Academy supports early career talent and helps widen opportunities within the House Service.You''ll gain valuable experience working in UK Parliament, at the heart of British democracy all while developing skills in a unique and fast-paced environment.You don''t need to be a politics expert. We welcome applicants who are early in their careers and not in full-time education. You must be aged 18 or over by the end of the summer holidays.What you''ll be doingAs a Clock Maker Apprentice, you will support the Parliamentary Clock Mechanics team in maintaining and servicing clocks across the Parliamentary Estate, including the iconic Great Clock (Big Ben).This is a hands-on, entry-level role where you will work towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Clockmaking while gaining practical experience in a unique and historic environment. You''ll assist with routine servicing, learn specialist repair techniques, and support the team during key operational activities.This role requires a high level of flexibility. You will be expected to work shifts and adjust your hours to support operational needs, including time changes, major national events such as Remembrance Sunday and New Year''s Eve, and some Bank Holidays.The standard working pattern is on-site Monday to ..... full job details .....