Apprentice Floor Layer EN:Able Futures CIC
This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving local business in Prudhoe. Inside Contracting are looking to train an apprentice floor layer who will go and visit various sites around the North East of England to learn various methods of floor laying, working alongside excellent time served floor layers.
Closing date: 28 Feb 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,888.88
National apprenticeship wage plus weekly travel allowance.
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Working week
Monday to Friday working 40 hours per week. Hours will be flexible and the apprentice will be expected to work their shift hours between 7.30am-5.00pm depending on operational requirements.
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
30 Months
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Possible start date
01 Mar 2023
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Date posted
23 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE) -
Reference number
VAC1000125448
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
- Subfloor preparation – Screeding, Ply boarding and in some cases working with Damp Proof Membranes
-Textile Floor coverings – Gripper, Underlayment’s, Carpets
- Resilient Floor Coverings – Luxury Vinyl Tiles, Vinyl Flooring
-Wood Floor Coverings – Laminate Flooring and trimmings
- Measuring, Planning and Estimating – Measuring and working out areas, Planning rooms and quantities required to complete the job, produce cutting plans for carpets
- Troubleshooting Issues – You will be required to attend customer care jobs where you will need to assess what is needed to complete the flooring repair as well as liaise with a team member to book in a suitable plan to resolve the issues.
You will be expected to prepare the area ready to receive new floor coverings, this may included sweeping, scraping or vacuuming, It may also include applying adhesive or primers.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
The apprentice will be working towards a Level 2 Floor Layer Apprenticeship. This will take place at Derwentside College and will be a day release apprenticeship.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Upon completion of this apprenticeship, the apprentice would be fully qualified to work as a floor layer. Many individuals go on to build their own business in floor laying, and work with larger contractors to fulfil requirements.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A-D/3-8) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
EN:Able Futures CIC
https://www.efficiencynorth.org/futures
Address
Tynecastle House
Low Prudhoe
Prudhoe
NE42 6NP
Contact
Sophie Richardson
sophie.richardson@efficiencynorth.org
07977948618
Training
Training provider
DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE
Apprenticeship standard
Floorlayer
Level 2 (GCSE)
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