Carpentry apprentice

Apprentice Carpenter to work with team of carpenters installing all aspects of carpentry & joinery.

Our Apprentices will be supported to:

Work safely and be aware of key health, safety and welfare issues. Plan and carry out their work to the required standards of quality and speed. Move, handle and store resources, such as materials and timber components, complying with relevant legislation & guidance. Interpret and follow verbal and written work instructions from trade supervisors and site managers. Select the required materials to carry out the work, such as correct timber, tools and fixings. Access, interpret and use drawings and specifications to carry out their work.

Training:

As the successful apprentice, you will undertake an Apprenticeship qualification in Carpentry and Joinery level 2. This will include an assessment in Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours, Functional Skills in maths and English (where applicable), and completion of your End-Point Assessment (EPA).

During your time on the apprenticeship programme, you will also be expected to complete and document off-the-job training.

The Apprenticeship will be delivered by South Gloucestershire & Stroud College over 2 years.

You will be required to attend our Horizon 38 Construction Centre on day release for your studies and an assessor will visit you out on site. You will be assigned a supervisor/mentor within the workplace, who will support you to develop your workplace skills, knowledge and behaviours throughout the duration of your apprenticeship programme.

Training Outcome:
Possible permanent position upon completion of apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
Carpentry & joinery contractor developer-installing carpentry & joinery on various projects and large construction sites in England. Apprentice to work with team of carpenters on an daily basics.

Working Hours :
Work Monday - Friday, attend college 1 day per week to our Horizon 38 Apprenticeship Construction Centre. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness