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Apprentice Cabinet Maker CONTRAX FURNITURE LIMITED

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a modern furniture & joinery company that work to exceptionally high standards. Manufacturing in Wood/Veneer/ Corian/Glass/Metal and composite material. This opportunity could lead to progress through design into intercompany management.

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Closing date: 31 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,000.00

    £5 to £6 per hour

  • Working week

    Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 4.30pm Fridays 7.30am to 1.30pm Morning and afternoon Tea Breaks 15 mins Lunch Break 30 mins

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    09 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    06 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000060985

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Year 1

  • You will be taught fundamental Hand Skills
  • Shadowing experienced cabinet Makers through all processes, including machinery.
  • Ownership of company Health & Safety
  • Ownership of various Health & safety paperwork to complete

    Year 2

  • Introduction into all aspects of cabinet making/site fitting
  • Quality Control
  • Development of your Combined skill set from year 1 to gain independence

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Furniture manufacturer, Level 2 (GCSE)
  • The campus learners will attend will be Oxford City College
  • Days and times TBC

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Full time post upon completing the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Team working, Mechanically minded, Maths & Geometry, Interest in craft/manufacture, Committed

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths, English, Design Technology, Art/Graphics (Grade GCSE A/9 to C/4) Desired

Things to consider

Please ensure that you can attend in a safe and timely manner

About the employer

We are an established woodworking manufacturer of commercial furniture and joinery based in Oxfordshire, servicing London and the south of England markets with a 33 year experience of high end furniture and joinery.

Employer

CONTRAX FURNITURE LIMITED

Address

UNIT 34A

MONUMENT INDUSTRIAL PARK

CHALGROVE

OX44 7RW

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Training

Training provider

ACTIVATE LEARNING

Contact

Amy Roberts

amy.roberts2@activateapprenticeships.co.uk

07483454634

Apprenticeship standard

Furniture manufacturer

Level 2 (GCSE)

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