Stella Developments - *up to four trade positions available*

Job Posted: 16 September 2026

• Contract Term: Apprenticeships
• Location: Ryde, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: £8.00 per hour
• Industries: Apprenticeships Construction and Labour Maintenance

Here at The Isle of Wight College, we are proud to partner with a wide network of dynamic employers across a diverse range of industries. An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as an apprentice at Stella Developments Southern Ltd, with up to four apprenticeship positions available across a range of construction trades.

Who we are:

Stella Developments Southern Ltd is based on the Isle of Wight, they specialise in home renovations, extensions, loft conversions, basement conversions and new builds, offering a complete one stop solution with attention to detail that is second to none.

Over the years we have built homes all over the Isle of Wight and Hampshire, including the ones our families live in! We have also completed many remodelling and home renovation projects. Stella Developments is renowned for its attention to detail and for producing beautiful new homes that sit very comfortably in their surroundings, complementing and enhancing the area.

Whether it is ultra-modern, eco home with sea views or traditional style in the countryside, a Stella Developments home is always distinctive and desirable with an eye for detail on each property constructed.

More information about Stella Developments and our strategic objectives can be found at www.stelladevelopments.co.uk

Your day will include:

• Developing skills relevant to your chosen trade, to support the team in a variety of projects
• Understanding health and safety requirements and other relevant legislation and Codes of Practice.
• Being supported by your supervisor and a mentor.
• Attending college and completing all course work on time and to a high standard.
• You’ll have the chance to work on unique, bespoke projects across the Isle of Wight and South Coast.

This is an excellent opportunity for enthusiastic, self-motivated, and driven individuals looking to contribute to a dynamic and skilled team. A chance to work with a great construction team on the Isle of Wight.

What do we expect to see from you?

This is a starting role, so we don’t need qualifications or experience… that’s what we’re here for. But there are a few key behaviours and skills we want to see from our candidates; and these are ones that if you possess and can demonstrate; you will make this apprenticeship a real success!

• Teamwork: Work collaboratively, foster a positive and supportive team environment, and assist colleagues across different trades when required.

• Company Policies: Strictly adhere to all company policies, including Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, Use of Company Property, and Drug & Alcohol rules.

• Safety & PPE: Follow safe systems of work, wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times, and inspect tools and equipment prior to use.

• Communication: Maintain clear communication with site management and report any hazards, defects, accidents, or site delays immediately.

• A driving licence would be mandatory for the role.

Apprenticeship Standards:

Up to four apprenticeship positions are available across the following trades:

• Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard.
• Bricklayer Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard.
• Painter and Decorator Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard.
• Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.

Please make sure your covering letter clearly states which trade is your main area of interest. You may express an interest in more than one trade, but please identify your preferred/main area of interest when applying.

• Functional Skills in Maths and English are required and if not previously achieved GCSE grade 4/C or above.
• Alongside your practical daily work, you’ll take part in off-the-job training hours—dedicated time within your working week to develop your knowledge, skills, and behaviours through any new/online learning and attendance at The Isle of Wight College.
• Weekly attendance at The Isle of Wight College as part of the apprenticeship.

Working Week:

• Up to 40 hours per week dependant on age.
• Monday - Friday

Wage:

• £8.00 per hour

About you:

You must be someone who is very keen to learn and is fully dedicated to attending work and college as required.

Driving licence allowing travel to site as required.

We are looking for reliable, hard-working, and motivated individuals to join our growing construction team.

We are looking for applicants who have a genuine interest in developing a career within construction and who are keen to learn and develop their skills within their chosen trade.

When applying, please clearly state in your covering letter which of the four apprenticeship areas would be your main area of interest — Carpentry and Joinery, Bricklaying, Painting and Decorating, or Plumbing and Domestic Heating.

If you take pride in your work and are ready to be part of a solid team, we want to hear from you.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Be yourself

We’re committed to promoting an inclusive culture. We welcome and respect the individual differences, life experiences and knowledge that all our colleagues bring into the workplace, and we value their contribution to our amazing company. Everyone is different, everyone is unique.

Additional Information:

Once qualified and dependant on needs of the business at the time of apprenticeship completion, there may be the potential to grow within the company and become a part of a skilled workforce.

So, if this sounds like the next, or indeed first step you want to take with your career, please apply with a cover letter telling us why you feel you would be the ideal person to take on this brilliant opportunity. Please remember to state which of the four trades is your main area of interest and attach your latest CV.