Scaffold Apprentice KIERON O'DONNELL

Excellent opportunity working for the leading scaffolding provider in the Midlands. Erecting, altering and dismantling scaffolding, to allow other trades to work safely at height from secure working platforms.

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Closing date: 28 Feb 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    potential overtime.

    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, between 08:00 - 16:00. Overtime is for ages 18 and over due to employment law - under 18s cannot work more than 40 hours per week.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    04 Mar 2024

  • Date posted

    17 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000212998

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

On completion the scaffolder will be able to:

  • Make adequate provision for the safety of themselves, the workforce, the public affected by scaffolding work, and future users of the scaffold structure by working to the relevant British and European Standards, National Access and Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) guidance e.g. Technical Guidance (TG)20 (Good Practice guidance for Tube and fitting Scaffolding Safety Guidance, SG4, (Preventing Falls in Scaffolding Operations) SG6 (Manual Handling in the Scaffolding Industry) and statutory regulations
  • Carry, raise, lower and use scaffold materials correctly and safely on a working platform
  • Visually inspect, select, assemble and install prefabricated beams into scaffold structures
  • Support scaffold protection fans according to requirements of current industry practice
  • Erect scaffolds on pavements and public places safely and correctly, with regard to Local Authority regulations
  • Install spurs and rakers within the correct operating angles. Attach check fittings, droppers and puncheons in the correct positions to scaffolds
  • Install anchor ties and other specialist fixings to the manufacturer’s recommendations
  • Select, space, install and test the correct number of ties to restrain sheeted and unsheeted scaffolds to current industry practices
  • Determine the material requirements for independent and putlog scaffolds with returns, towers and birdcages up to three lifts high.
  • Lay out materials, set out scaffolds and overcome obstacles to erect scaffolds safely
  • Determine the materials required to set out, erect and dismantle in a safe sequence
  • Inspect gin wheels for serviceability, position and fix securely, reeve, rope, tie knots and correctly use gin wheel to haul up scaffold tubes, boards and fittings. Take down gin wheel and coil rope
  • Inspect basic scaffolds prior to handover

The training you will be getting

  • You will attend college over a 18 month period growing from an apprentice to a fully qualified scaffolder whilst learning on the job achieving a Scaffolder Level 2 qualification 
  • Functional skills in maths and English if required
  • You will be attending construction college midlands, every two to three months on a two-week block release 

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • There is a potential full-time position offered to the right candidate

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Logical, Team working, Initiative, Physical fitness

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

Role will be physical and working outside at times in all weathers.

About the employer

O'Donnell Scaffolding is an established, family run, leading and reputable Scaffolding Company serving the Midlands. We are fully insured, CHAS approved, and have a stable, skilled and experienced workforce. Get intouch to discuss your requirements or for a free, no obligation, competitive quote. ​

Employer

KIERON O'DONNELL

Address

1 Roma Road

Birmingham

B11 2JH

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Training

Training provider

WALSALL COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Sam Williams

samanthawilliams@walsallcollege.ac.uk

01922 688898

Apprenticeship standard

Scaffolder

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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