Bricklaying apprentice
The range of sites and projects that bricklayers will work on include large commercial developments, new builds in housing, alterations, extensions and restorations.
A bricklaying apprentice may work one-on-one or on larger jobs where their bricklaying team may work on a particular section of a building alongside other bricklaying gangs as well as other trades. Daily Tasks:
Selecting the appropriate tools for the task
Maintaining a clean work environment
Removing waste
Preparing materials
Using volumes and measurements
Interpret Drawings and Specifications
Shape and trim bricks/blocks using the correct tools.
Use levels to check courses are straight and laid to gauge.
Repair and renew masonry structures
Set out and build brickwork including simple arches and surrounding brickwork
Set out and build brickwork including common decorative features such as oversailing arches and simple corbels.
Cavity walling to include openings
Brick inspection chambers
Joint finishes
Selecting the right materials and resources
Set out, lay concrete and drainage
Training:
As the successful apprentice you will undertake an Apprenticeship in Bricklaying to include assessment in Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours of a Bricklayer), Functional Skills in Maths and English (where applicable), completion of your End Point Assessment. During your time on the apprenticeship programme, you will also be expected to complete and document 20% off-job-training.
The Apprenticeship will be delivered by South Gloucestershire & Stroud College over 2.5 years.
You will be required to attend Horizon 38 Construction Campus on block 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:
Full Time permanent position on the successful completion of apprenticeship
Employer Description:
We are a small renovation and construction building company based in Bristol with over 40 years experience.
Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness