Bricklaying Apprentice Ross Aird Bricklaying

Ross Aird is looking for a Bricklaying Apprentice to join his team, working on construction sites in and around Plymouth. Main duties will include applying and sealing foundations with materials that are damp-resistant. You will be spreading and removing excess mortar, inspecting vertical and horizontal brick alignment.

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Closing date: 10 May 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Any additional hours worked over the 40 hours per week, will be paid at the appropriate national minimum wage.

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Exact timings to be confirmed, dependant on construction site. Typical hours are 40 hours per week Monday to Friday.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    30 Months

  • Possible start date

    24 May 2023

  • Date posted

    16 Nov 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000106916

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Ross Aird works on new build properties in the Devon and Cornwall area. Main duties will include applying and sealing foundations with materials that are damp-resistant. You will be spreading and removing excess mortar, inspecting vertical and horizontal brick alignment.

Along with this, you will be applying bricks, blocks and pavers in lines or following decorative patterns or designs, clearing up work space after each day and cleaning tools.

You will be working alongside other builders so will also pick up experience in other home improvement activities that are carried out. Due to the nature of the work, a CSCS card is required to be able to get onto the building site, training on this will be given if you pass the interview stage with Skills Group.

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

  • Level 2 Bricklayer Standard
  • Construction Skills Health, Safety and Environment test – CSCS Test

As part of the apprenticeship programme, attendance is required at our Skills Group training centre for one day per week. All other aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site by the employer. 

Whilst at Skills, you will learn the skills and gain experience to help you throughout your role.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

On completion of your level 2 apprenticeship with the company an opportunity to apply for a full-time post may be offered to the right candidate.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 1-9) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 1-9) Desired

Things to consider

The potential candidate will be hardworking and efficient, they will be able to cope with the physical demands of the role. Being able to use their own initiative is essential.

About the employer

Ross Aird Bricklayers is an established company based in Devon and Cornwall. Ross, the owner, started his career as an apprentice over 10 years ago. After gaining his qualifications he decided to go self employed and start his own business. The work they do takes them all over Devon and Cornwall and mainly consists of block and brick work, normally on new build sites and occasionally stone work.

Employer

Ross Aird Bricklaying

Address

Ross Aird Bricklaying

Avon Close

PLymouth

PL3 6SJ

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Training

Training provider

SKILLS TO GROUP LIMITED

Contact

Skills Group

enquiries@skillsgroupuk.com

01752 332442

Apprenticeship standard

Bricklayer

Level 2 (GCSE)

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