Summary
This is your chance to join our team and gain valuable hands-on experience while furthering your architectural education. As an Architectural Apprentice, you will become an integral part of the Design Team, helping to deliver design information to an agreed programme and contributing to the development of project strategies.
Wage
£30,500 a year
Salaries are reviewed annually.
Training course
Architect (integrated degree) (level 7)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 6.00pm with a University release day or block, depending on the University training schedule.
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 1 September 2025
Duration
4 years
Positions available
2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you’ll do at work
* Communicate and share knowledge among Design Team
* Ensure that deliverable targets are met
* Develop and deliver design intent
* Undertake project research as required for technical, materials, procurement etc.
* Complete own time sheets
* Ensure that Project procedures are followed
* Attend and present their own work at relevant meetings
* Ensure own PEDR submissions are met
* Working as part of a team to achieve project deadlines
* Achieve set targets for quality and time
* Working on competition submissions when appropriate
* Ensure that all work that leaves the office meets the quality standards of the Practice
Where you’ll work
Morelands
5 - 23 Old Street
London
EC1V 9HL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM, THE
Your training course
Architect (integrated degree) (level 7)
Equal to master’s degree
Course contents
* Generate architectural design proposals
* Evaluate and apply a comprehensive range of visual, oral and written media to test, analyse, critique and explain design proposals
* Produce drawings and 3D models using relevant software including Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
* Apply understanding of current architectural debate to produce innovative solutions
* Produce clear, logically argued and original written work relating to architectural culture, theory and design
* Apply fine art theories in a creative way that acknowledges their conceptualisation and representation
* Comply with relevant town planning policy throughout design and construction phases to obtain planning permission (e.g. submitting planning application)
* Identify end user needs, local and the social context in which the project is developed
* Lead design development in respect of environmental context and sustainability
* Lead projects or parts of projects, taking into consideration business priorities and practice management
* Deliver services in a responsible manner, prioritising the interests of the client and other stakeholders
* Problem-solve and use professional judgment to take initiative and make appropriate decisions in situations with multiple constraints
* Critically review precedents relevant to the function, organisation and technological strategy of a design proposals
* Prepare and develop a project brief (e.g. by referring to RIBA Plan of Work)
* Integrate knowledge of structural principles and construction techniques with building design
* Evaluate materials, processes and techniques that apply to architectural designs with multiple constraints and building construction, and how to integrate these into practicable design proposals
* Apply various technological methods to building design to provide conditions of comfort and protection against the environment
* Meet client’s brief within the constraints of the imposed budget limitations and building regulations
* Interact with statutory authorities (e.g. planning or building control), private bodies (e.g. developers) or individuals to competently deliver projects in a wide variety of sectors and within diverse legislative frameworks
* Act professionally when working independently and as part of a team, including communicating clearly with all stakeholders
* Offer impartial advice on construction related issues, relevant legislation and risks
* Identify and describe client and end user requirements, priorities and objectives
* Work with an understanding of the relevant statutory and legal requirements during project development so that the risk of harm to those who build, use and maintain buildings is reduced
* Engage in business development and administration including contributing to business strategy development, evaluating resources, planning, implementing and recording projects tasks
* Supervise the work of junior staff including Architectural Assistants
* Coordinate and engage in design team interaction
* Resolve construction related challenges and disputes, where appropriate
* Undertake construction inspection responsibilities, including completing site visits and commenting on contractors and sub-contractors work in relation to architectural drawings
Your training plan
* Depending on the University that you study at, you will train as per their schedule while working at the Practice.
More training information
While we have stated University of Nottingham is the training provider in this advert, we are open to partnering with other Universities as well.
We currently are partnered with University of Nottingham, Oxford Brookes, London Southband, London Metropolitan University UWE and Bath.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
Other in:
* Archtiecture (grade Pass)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Analytical skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Creative
* Initiative
Other requirements
Please submit the following: - Your CV, ensuring you list your Part 1 education and your University results. - Your portfolio. - Completed job application form (found on company website). - Cover letter explaining why you're interested in the apprenticeship, how you'll manage the work-study balance, and which University you would like to attend