Carpenter Apprentice

Summary

This hands-on role offers the opportunity to learn and develop carpentry skills while assisting experienced professionals on a variety of projects. Ideal candidates are reliable, eager to learn, and comfortable working in a physically demanding environment. No prior experience required just a strong work ethic and willingness to grow in the trade.

Wage

£14,722.50 a year

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Training course

Carpentry and joinery (level 2)

Hours

5 days a week (days tbc), working hours are either 8am - 4:30pm or 9:00am – 5:30pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking Apprentice Carpenter to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while learning the carpentry trade from skilled professionals.

Responsibilities:

Assist in measuring, cutting, and assembling wood and other materials
Help install fixtures, windows, doors, and cabinetry where applicable
Use and maintain tools such as saws, drills, and levels
Clean and prepare job sites and ensure work areas are safe
Learn and apply carpentry techniques and safety procedures
Follow instructions from carpenters and site supervisors
Perform general labour duties as required

Please note the college is aware of the use of AI tools in job applications. Please ensure your application is individualised and reflective of you, your skills and passion for the opportunity.

Where you'll work

158, Colwood House
Morden
SM4 4LZ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP

Your training course

Carpentry and joinery (level 2)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
Identify and use safety control equipment, for example, RPE, dust suppression, PPE and LEV.
Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Comply with industry regulations, standards, and guidance.
Prepare and maintain a safe working area.
Interpret and use information from drawings and specifications.
Estimate required materials and produce a cutting list.
Verbally communicate with others, applying construction terminology.
Select, use and store hand tools.
Select, use and store power tools.
Maintain and sharpen hand tools.
Produce jigs.
Identifies well-being support available to self and others.
Site carpenter: Apply first fix techniques and practices for: 1. structural carcassing, 2. straight timber or metal partition walls, 3. floor joists 4. floor joist coverings and 5. straight flights of stairs.
Site carpenter: Install structural fixings.
Site carpenter: Size timber from sizing tables.
Site carpenter: Apply site second fix techniques and practices for:1. service encasement, 2. cladding 3. wall and floor units and fitments, 4. handrails and spindles to straight flights of stairs, 5. internal and external doors, 6. skirting boards and architrave, 7. window boards.
Site carpenter: Apply site carpenter techniques and practices to construction of rafter roofs, including trussed (prefabricated) and traditional (built on site) including the construction of verge, eaves and fitting loft access.
Site carpenter: Use and store laser levels for example cross line laser.
Site carpenter: Form connections, for example, using joints, nails, screws, bolts and adhesive.
Site carpenter: Apply measuring, marking out, cutting (square and angled), mitring, hinging and recessing techniques.
Site carpenter: Carrying out splicing and scribing techniques.
Architectural joiner: Produce setting out details, including setting rods, and mark out for timber products.
Architectural joiner: Produce basic woodworking joints including dovetail, bridal, mortise and tenon and halving.
Architectural joiner: Form connections using dowels, biscuit, staples and adhesives.
Architectural joiner: Apply techniques and practices to the manufacture and assembly of a timber window with casement including glazing rebates and associated ironmongery.
Architectural joiner: Apply manufacture and assembly techniques for first fix products: 1. straight staircases, 2. door frames and linings.
Architectural joiner: Apply manufacture and assembly techniques for second fix products: 1. timber doors, 2. wall and floor units, 3. timber mouldings, 4. staircase spindles and balustrades.
Architectural joiner: Fit ironmongery including door locks, door handles, door hinges, latches and draw runners.
Architectural joiner: Inspect, prepare and operate fixed machinery.
Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
Identify and use safety control equipment, for example, RPE, dust suppression, PPE and LEV.
Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Comply with industry regulations, standards, and guidance.
Prepare and maintain a safe working area.
Interpret and use information from drawings and specifications.
Estimate required materials and produce a cutting list.
Verbally communicate with others, applying construction terminology.
Select, use and store hand tools.
Select, use and store power tools.
Maintain and sharpen hand tools.
Produce jigs.
Identifies well-being support available to self and others.

Your training plan

The apprentice will be paired up with another carpenter/multi-trader.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Maths (grade 4)
English (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Physical fitness

Other requirements

This will be paid at national apprenticeship rate dependant on age but pay is always reviewed for those we believe are going above and beyond expectations. Overtime on weekends is offered but is not compulsory and is at the company’s discretion.

About this company

At GB Maintenance, we’re not just another building and carpentry company — we’re a team that takes pride in craftsmanship, integrity, and doing the job right. What sets us apart is our commitment to quality work, reliable service, and long-term client relationships. We focus on precision, professionalism, and people — whether it’s a small repair or a full renovation, our team approaches each job with care and skill. Our work speaks for itself, and so do our clients, many of whom come back to us time and again. When you join GB Maintenance, you become part of a crew that: • Values attention to detail and takes pride in every finish. • Believes in clear communication and teamwork on every job site. • Works on a wide variety of projects, keeping your days interesting and your skills growing. • Puts safety, respect, and craftsmanship first — always. We’re building more than just walls and frames — we’re building a reputation for excellence.

After this apprenticeship

An apprentice carpenter role is a starting point for a wide range of careers. The first step is becoming a qualified carpenter. Skills include framing, finishing, cabinetry, roofing, reading blueprints, which can then lead to specialised carpentry roles.

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