Apprentice Roofer ROWSELL ROOFING LTD

Rowsell Roofing was established in 1978 and has grown extensively over the years into the well-known and respected company that it is today. We pride ourselves on our reputation for professional expertise, craftsmanship and reliability. We are proud to work with the National Trust, Local Authorities and many other clients with amazing results.

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Closing date: 29 Sep 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 to Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm with an hour for lunch. Breaks to be confirmed.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    24 Aug 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000194212

  • Positions

    3 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Removing or repairing broken slates and tiles
  • Checking roof timbers
  • Measuring and cutting materials to the correct size
  • Cutting and fitting lead flashings around chimneys
  • Tiling and slating
  • Roofline joinery works
  • Sealing roof joints
  • Removing rubbish and keeping the work area clean and tidy
  • Move, handle and store resources, complying with relevant legislation and guidance
  • Select the required materials and resources to carry out the work
  • Set up, check, and operate plant and/or equipment
  • Install related materials and components to a given specification
  • Use, maintain and store hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
  • Access, interpret and use drawings and specifications to carry out work

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

  • Level 2 Roofer - Apprenticeship Standard
  • Day release training at South West Roofing Training Group, Exeter (3 days per month)
  • Full-time work required throughout the trial period until the commencement of the day release schedule in June/July 2024

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Progress to a Supervisor/Gang leader role. Once qualified and experienced there is potential to earn over £40,000 per year within this industry

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Grade 3-9/ A-D) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade 3-9/ A-D) Essential

About the employer

Rowsell Roofing was established in 1978 and has grown extensively over the years into the well known and respected company that it is today. We pride ourselves on our reputation for professional expertise, craftsmanship and reliability. We are proud to work with the National Trust, Local Authorities and many other clients with amazing results.

Employer

ROWSELL ROOFING LTD

Address

24 BUCKLAND RD

PEN MILL TRADING ESTATE

YEOVIL

BA21 5HA

Contact

Hayley Churn

Hayley@rowsellroofing.com

01935478000

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Training

Training provider

SOUTH WALES AND SOUTH WEST ROOFING TRAINING GROUP

Apprenticeship standard

Roofer

Level 2 (GCSE)

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