S DALEY AND SON LTD - Apprentice Roofer

Go Construct; Knowsley; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

S DALEY AND SON LTD in Prescot, Merseyside, offers an apprenticeship to become a Level 2 Roofer. You will gain practical site experience and expert tuition, earning while you learn. The program lasts 1 year 6 months with a 40-hour week and start date soon.

Training with SIMIAN Roofing Training Centre includes hands-on work and college-style learning. Location is around Liverpool/Prescot, with career progression in roofing and construction.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working at heights and being outside.
• Physically fit.
• Live in or around Liverpool/Prescot.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures: Wear PPE, comply with health and safety regulations, and maintain a safe work area.
• Read and interpret plans: Understand drawings, specifications, and instructions from supervisors.
• Prepare materials and tools: Collect, move, and organise roofing materials; set up and check tools and equipment.
• Install roofing components: Fit underlay, battens, tiles, slates, flashings, and dry/wet fix products on verges, hips, ridges, and valleys.
• Measure and cut materials: Accurately mark out and cut tiles or slates to size.
• Apply insulation and ventilation: Install products for warm and cold roof construction.
• Maintain tools and equipment: Clean and store tools properly after use.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Team working

Initiative

Physical fitness

Education

Roofer Level 2 Apprenticeship

Job description

Our apprenticeship combines practical site experience with expert tuition, covering essential skills for safe and professional roofing work. You’ll earn while you learn, gain industry-recognised certifications, and open doors to long-term career opportunities.

Annual wage: £16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
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Training course: Roofer (level 2)

Hours
Between 8.00am - 5.00pm. Days to be confirmed.
40.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Tuesday 01 December 2026

Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Positions available: 5

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

• Follow safety procedures: Wear PPE, comply with health and safety regulations, and maintain a safe work area.
• Read and interpret plans: Understand drawings, specifications, and instructions from supervisors.
• Prepare materials and tools: Collect, move, and organise roofing materials; set up and check tools and equipment.
• Install roofing components: Fit underlay, battens, tiles, slates, flashings, and dry/wet fix products on verges, hips, ridges, and valleys.
• Measure and cut materials: Accurately mark out and cut tiles or slates to size.
• Apply insulation and ventilation: Install products for warm and cold roof construction.
• Maintain tools and equipment: Clean and store tools properly after use.

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

SIMIAN RISK MANAGEMENT LIMITED

Your training course

Roofer (level 2)

Your training plan

Block Release Training will take place at the SIMIAN Roofing Training Centre in Warrington Town Centre. Training in the centre will take place every 7 weeks for 5 days (Monday-Friday).

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Physical fitness

Other requirements

• You must be comfortable working at heights and being outside.
• You should be physically fit.
• Live in or around Liverpool/Prescot.

About this company

Based in Prescot, Merseyside, Daley’s Roofing has proudly offered roof construction and maintenance services for more than ten years. Completing contractual work for a variety of leading building firms, we have the knowledge and skills needed to produce compelling results with efficiency in mind. In addition, we provide domestic customers with a range of roofing services and participate in re-roofing schemes for social housing projects.

https://www.sdaleyandson.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Completing a Level 2 Roofer Apprenticeship opens multiple pathways in the construction industry.

After completing the apprenticeship and passing the End-Point Assessment, you become a fully qualified roofer with a CSCS Skilled Worker card. This allows you to work independently on roofing projects.

Medium-Term Opportunities

• Specialist Roofer

Focus on advanced techniques such as waterproof membranes, slating and tiling, or heritage roofing.

• Supervisor or Foreman

Oversee small teams, manage site safety, and coordinate work schedules.

• Estimator or Surveyor

Move into roles that involve pricing jobs, assessing roof conditions, and liaising with clients.

Long-Term Career Paths

• Site Manager or Project Manager

Manage entire roofing or construction projects, including budgets and compliance.

• Health & Safety Officer

Specialise in safety standards and compliance across construction sites.

• Teaching or Apprenticeship Coach

Train the next generation of roofers and share your expertise.

• Self-Employed Contractor / Business Owner

Many experienced roofers start their own roofing companies, offering services directly to clients.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

S DALEY AND SON LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059589.

Closes on Monday 30 November 2026