Carpentry Apprenticeship

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College; Bristol; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Clover Maintenance Ltd. in Keynsham, near Bristol, is offering an apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery (level 2). You will learn on the job and earn while you train, gaining practical skills alongside experienced staff.

The program lasts two years at South Gloucestershire and Stroud College, with regular training and hands-on site work. Applicants should have a genuine passion for carpentry and be prepared to develop to high industry standards.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for carpentry and hands-on practical work.
• Willingness to learn through an apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Work in health, safety, and environmental requirements to protect yourself and others at all times.
• Promptly report any non-compliance with the construction programme and adapt to changes in schedule.
• Prepare the worksite or workshop by selecting appropriate materials and tools for the project.
• Use and maintain hand tools, power tools, and equipment to industry standards.
• Collaborate with clients and other construction roles to ensure project success; safely receive, unload, move and lift materials.
• Maintain a clear and safe worksite; dispose of waste responsibly and sustainably.
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay informed about current and future developments in the field.
• Use tools, materials, and equipment for first and second fix site carpenter tasks, including roofs.
• Perform minor repairs or modifications; ensure work meets building regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Genuine passion for carpentry

Hands-on practical work

Education

Carpentry Level 2

Job description

“Are you looking to start a career in Carpentry? Want to earn whilst you learn? Clover Maintenance is one of Bristol’s leading property services companies and our apprenticeship scheme could help you realise your ambitions.

You should have a genuine passion for carpentry and hands-on practical work.

Salary will be discussed further at Interview

Training course

Carpentry and joinery (level 2)

Hours

Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.00pm.
40 hours a week

Monday 07 September

Duration

2 Years

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Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

• Work in compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements to ensure the wellbeing of yourself and others at all times
• Promptly report any non-compliance with the construction programme to the appropriate person. Adapt to changes in schedule and requirements as necessary
• Prepare the worksite or workshop by selecting appropriate materials and tools for the project
• Use and maintain hand tools, power tools, and associated equipment to complete tasks to industry standards
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including clients and other construction roles, to ensure project success. Safely receive, unload, move, and lift materials to the site, following good handling practices to prevent injury or damage
• Maintain a clear and safe worksite, disposing of waste appropriately and sustainably
• Engage in continuous professional development to stay informed about current and future developments in the field
• Use the appropriate tools, materials, and equipment to carry out first and second fix site carpenter tasks, including roofs
• Perform minor repairs or modifications as needed. Ensure all work conforms to current building regulations, quality standards, and work instructions

Where you’ll work

7 TEMPLE COURT
KEYNSHAM
BRISTOL
BS31 1HA

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.

College or training organisation

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

The successful candidate must either already be driving and have their own transport or must have a driving test at least booked and have an initial means of transport to get to the Keynsham office.

About this company

• Clover Maintenance Ltd. has a long and proud history of employing Apprentices
• The company specialise in property maintenance in terms of the insurance market and carrying out renovations / repairs after water / fire damage for example

After this apprenticeship

• Permanent role in the company
• Possible progression to a Level 3 discipline i.e. trade route or QS / Management