Level 2 Carpentry Apprentice
Published: May 03, 2022
Ref: UNI030522
Unique Kitchen and Interiors are looking for a hard working, reliable and passionate Carpentry apprentice to join their experienced team.
The Apprentice’s Role
As a carpentry apprentice you will learn all aspects of carpentry and joinery as well as building and construction work, you will be expected to learn how to measure, cut and build using materials. You will be working with wood on a day to day basis and must be precise with all of your work.
You will be expected to be willing to learn and take direction well and you must have good attention to detail. The successful apprentice will learn other aspects of the building and construction trade to enhance and develop your knowledge. The successful candidate will learn all aspects of carpentry within the domestic sector of the trade, whilst working towards achieving their level 2 apprenticeship.
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Wages: £192.40 per week, based on 40 hours per week.
Holiday: 28 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays) will be paid each year, during the course of your apprenticeship.
Unique is an independent business based in the beautiful town of Tavistock on the edge of Dartmoor. With the support of Kevin and Sarah, Unique has recently been taken over by three partners – Craig, Callum and Jack. They are extremely passionate about supporting customers throughout the whole process and the three partners have a vast amount of experience in the sector, specialising in the design, supply and installation of high quality, bespoke kitchens and interiors.
Jack, Callum and Craig pride themselves on the relationships that they build with their customers and the personal experience and service that they offer.
Skills Required
The successful apprentice will need to be able to understand and follow instructions quickly and precisely due to the high level of work they will be completing. They must work to specific deadlines on all tasks and will also need to be physically strong in order to meet the demands of this role. They will need to take pride in their work and have good communication skills to deal with customers and colleagues.
Personal Qualities
You must be a good team player with the motivation to succeed within a busy construction industry. The successful applicant will need to be reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic with a genuine interest in the carpentry sector.
Prior Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent grades A-E (9-2) or equivalent is desired but not essential.
The Apprenticeship in Carpentry consists of:
As part of the apprenticeship programme, attendance is required at our Skills Group training centre for one day per week. All other aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site by the employer. You will have regular visits every six to eight weeks from your designated Skills Group assessor, who will monitor your progress during your apprenticeship training.
Whilst at the Skills Group training centre, you will learn the necessary skills and gain experience to help you throughout your role. Part of your training will be knowledge and theory based, whilst the rest will be practical.
As an additional qualification you will also achieve your Emergency First Aid and Health and Safety Certificate, along with Internet Safety and Safeguarding.
As part of your apprenticeship Skills Group will also support you to complete your online CSCS test, which will enable you to apply for your CSCS Card. This shows that you are at the required competent level to carry out site work with the employer.
