GREENLIGHT SAFETY & CONSULTANCY LTD - Roofing apprenticeship

Go Construct; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Greenlight Training Limited in Bristol is offering an apprentice roofer role that combines hands-on site work with college-style training. You will learn to work safely at height, prepare and install roofing materials, and develop practical skills through a structured program.

The apprenticeship lasts 1 year 9 months, with 40 hours per week and a starting wage of about £16,640 per year. You will travel around Bristol independently and must have a CSCS card to qualify.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship-based training with college or training provider.
• CSCS card is required.
• Able to travel independently around Bristol.
• On-the-job training with hands-on roofing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced roofers with day-to-day roofing work.
• Learn to safely work at height and use access equipment.
• Prepare and handle roofing materials and tools.
• Measure, cut and fit roofing materials.
• Assist with roof repairs, maintenance and installations.
• Learn to install tiles, slates and other roofing materials.
• Keep the work area clean, safe and organised.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Develop practical skills and take on more responsibility as confidence grows.
• Attend training with Greenlight Training and work towards the apprenticeship qualification.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Logical

Team working

Initiative

Patience

Physical fitness

Job description

Start your career in roofing with hands-on experience and professional training. Learn to work safely at height, prepare and install roofing materials, carry out repairs and develop practical skills on-the-job. Ideal for someone hardworking, reliable and keen to learn a skilled trade and build a long-term career.

Annual wage: £16,640 a year
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Training course: Roofer (level 2)

Hours
Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm.
40.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Thursday 26 November 2026

Duration: 1 Year 9 Months

Positions available: 1

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

• Assist experienced roofers with day-to-day roofing work
• Learn to safely work at height and use access equipment
• Prepare and handle roofing materials and tools
• Measure, cut and fit roofing materials
• Assist with roof repairs, maintenance and installations
• Learn to install tiles, slates and other roofing materials
• Keep the work area clean, safe and organised
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times
• Develop practical skills and take on more responsibility as confidence grows
• Attend training with Greenlight Training and work towards the apprenticeship qualification

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

GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Roofer (level 2)

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Other requirements

You will need to independently travel around Bristol and a CSCS card is required.

About this company

Greenlight Training is a dedicated training provider supporting apprentices to develop the practical skills, knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in their chosen careers. We work closely with employers to deliver high-quality apprenticeship training, combining workplace experience with structured learning and ongoing support.

Our aim is to help apprentices build a strong foundation for their future, supporting them throughout their apprenticeship and helping them progress into further training, qualifications and long-term employment.

After this apprenticeship

• Opportunity to remain with the company in a permanent roofing role
• Progress towards becoming a fully qualified roofer
• Take on greater responsibility as skills and experience develop
• Develop specialist skills in different areas of roofing
• Potential to progress into senior roofer or supervisory roles
• Build a long-term career within the roofing and construction industry