Apprentice Door Assembly Operative

Medirest Signature; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Medirest Signature is offering an exciting opportunity for a Door Assembly Operative Apprentice in Maidstone. This role allows you to gain practical experience in woodworking while earning a salary. The apprenticeship includes hands-on training in manufacturing bespoke doors and fire doors, with support from experienced colleagues. Ideal candidates are motivated and willing to learn, with minimum qualifications in Maths and English.

Qualifications

• GCSE in Maths and English is required.
• Practical skills in woodworking and joinery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn all aspects of flush fire door construction and use processing machinery.
• Work in an organized manner and within a team.
• Participate in hands-on training and experience.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Practical skills

Work ethic

Motivated

Willing to learn

Hardworking

Education

GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English (grade 3/D and above)

Job description

Summary

Are you looking to start your career in the manufacturing sector? Do you want to earn a salary whilst gaining experience and a qualification? We have an exciting opportunity for a Door Assembly Operative Apprentice. You will take part in woodworking and joinery with practical experience in manufacturing of bespoke doors and fire doors.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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This is the starting wage and the salary will be reviewed on a regular basis taking into account of performance and progression throughout the apprenticeship process.

Training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

Hours

Monday- Thursday, 07:30 - 16:30. Friday, 07:30 - 15:30.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 July 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

You will be fully trained in all of the following areas:

• To learn all aspects of flush fire door construction and how to use the processing machinery
• Cross cut
• Panel saw
• Veneer presses
• Sanding machines
• Lipping machines
• Glazing of doors

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Working to deadlines
• Working in an organised manner
• Working in a tidy environment
• Working within a team
• Learn to have pride in your work
• Working with and shadowing experienced colleagues

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

Your training course

Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)

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Your training plan

• The level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship Standard is a multi-discipline programme, which encompasses a wide variety of job roles within the workplace
• This apprenticeship standard is delivered within the workplace, where the apprentice will complete a Level 2 Diploma in Manufacturing
• You will receive Functional Skills training in English and maths prior to your End Point Assessment if you do not already hold a GCSE Grade 4/C or higher (or equivalent qualification) in these subjects
• IPS will support and train the learner through the component aims with monthly monitoring and assessment visits to the workplace
• This will prepare the learner for the End-Point Assessment (EPA) that is required for this apprenticeship

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths and English (grade 3/D and above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Problem solving skills
• Practical skills
• Work ethic
• Motivated
• Willing to learn
• Hardworking

Other requirements

Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules. NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE Maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. The employer is not located by any public transport routes and so you will need to be able to reliably get to the employer's address.