Bespoke Furniture Apprentice E.E. SMITH CONTRACTS LIMITED

EE Smith Contracts are taking on apprentices that will be trained by one of the UK’s leading specialist interior fit-out contractors. They are experts in fitting out some of the world’s most prestigious hotels, commercial interiors and private residences. Duties will include; Measuring and cutting materials, Problem solving, understanding joints and assembling furniture components.

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Closing date: 14 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    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

    Monday- Friday 8am-4.30pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    18 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000155244

  • Positions

    5 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

We are looking to take on a hardworking, enthusiastic and switched on individual who is looking to learn by doing. The successful candidate will assist in all areas of construction whilst focussing on the Carpentry and Joinery aspect of their course.

The role will include:

  • Handling materials
  • Setting up machinery and tools
  • Site maintenance
  • Measuring and cutting materials
  • Problem solving
  • understanding joints
  • Assembling furniture components.

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

  • The apprentice will complete a Level 2 certificate in Furniture Manufacture apprenticeship standard at Leicester College.  
  • You will attend college one day per week and the training will take place at our Freemens Park Campus. 
  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Once you have successfully completed your apprenticeship there will a full-time role available with EE Smith Contracts and the opportunity to progress within the company for the right candidate.  

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade C/4) Desired

About the employer

EE Smith Contracts is one of the UK’s leading specialist interior fit-out contractors. Privately owned, and operating from our purpose-built headquarters in Leicester, we’ve been setting the industry standard for over 100 years. We are experts in fitting out some of the world’s most prestigious hotels, commercial interiors and private residences. Our interior solutions are engineered to the finest tolerances, ensuring the finished product perfectly matches the designer’s vision. EE Smith Contracts is also one of the UK’s leaders in training apprentice joiners and cabinet makers. We take on new applicants every year, and have seen over 200 apprentices successfully pass through our programme. It’s this marriage of technology and tradition that allows us to deliver high-quality solutions to design briefs without compromising on aesthetic requirements.

Employer

E.E. SMITH CONTRACTS LIMITED

Address

25 Morris Road

Clarendon Industrial Estate

Leicester

LE2 6AL

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Training

Training provider

LEICESTER COLLEGE

Contact

Tina Jivraj

tjivraj@leicestercollege.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Furniture manufacturer

Level 2 (GCSE)

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