Ceramic Wall & Floor Tiling Apprenticeship
During the Level 2 Apprenticeship in tiling, you will learn various aspects of wall and floor tiling skills including:
Work Methods - This is where you will learn how to handle your tools of the trade and how to work safely in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. You will also learn different methods and techniques for working with various materials.
Identify and Respond to Customer Needs - Being a good tiler is not just about having the skills needed to cut and create various patterns. You need to be able to listen to customers and take on board what they want. You will learn different listening and questioning techniques for this.
Construction Industry and Building Methods - You will learn different methods depending on the types of buildings you are working in. For example, different methods and materials for commercial properties compared to heritage work.
Product and Specification Information - You will learn how to interpret technical data and how to prepare and work with different materials.
Preparation and Application and Removal - You will learn how to estimate the number of tiles that might be required for particular wall and floor tiling jobs. You will also learn about difficulties that may arise and how to deal with them - tiling wet rooms, for example, or tiling with underfloor heating.
Training:
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Training Outcome:
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Wall & Floor Tiling (Construction). Full time permanent job woth established Company offering job security and attractive earning potential.
Employer Description:
P Plunkett Tiling Contractors are one of the leading specialist ceramic tiling contractors in the industry, with an outstanding reputation for quality of workmanship and service. Our plans for the future development of the Business mean we have an exciting opportunity for an aspiring Apprentice tiler to begin and to grow their career.
Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4:30pm. •The hours of work may vary depending on the job. Flexibility is expected regarding occasional weekend or out of hours working. • Some projects involve working & staying away from home during the working week (once qualified).
Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Punctual,Motivated