ONE of the region’s housebuilders is creating new opportunities for job seekers.

Barratt Developments North East, which includes the Barratt Homes and David Wilson Homes’ brands, has announced the creation of 18 new jobs across the region.

Despite limitations faced by the industry during the pandemic, the housebuilder has said it is creating much-needed, high quality housing, meeting demand in the region, and supporting the economy and regional job market.

The new roles span the breadth of the business, ranging from development and commercial departments, to technical, sales and construction.

The housebuilder is also set to continue its Apprentices Trade Programme later this summer, which will see four new apprentices step onto the career ladder and begin their journey to becoming a fully qualified tradesperson.

It follows he housebuilder’s recent announcement of launching 13 new developments this year, building over 1,400 new homes and creating 465 additional jobs throughout the region.

Carl Sobolewski, managing director at Barratt Developments North East, commented: “We are so pleased that our recent business progress has enabled us to create new jobs and new homes for residents across the North-East, especially after a period of so many uncertainties due to the pandemic.

“As a leading housebuilder in the region, we are committed to contributing to the local economy and supporting the creation of new jobs, and we look forward to welcoming and nurturing new talent as we continue to meet the demand for high quality homes across the North-East.”