Architectural Assistant Apprenticeship (Level 6)
Grimshaw Architects
London (EC1M 5NG)
Closes in 10 days (Sunday 15 June 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 30 May 2025
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Summary
In this exciting role, you'll be a valued member of a dynamic architectural team. Through a combination of on-the-job training and academic study, you'll develop a strong foundation in architectural principles, technical skills, and professional practice.
- Wage
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£23,000 a year
- Training course
- Architectural assistant (integrated degree) (level 6)
- Hours
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5 days a week, Monday to Friday, at least 3 days in the office. Shifts TBC.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Friday 1 August 2025
- Duration
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4 years
- Positions available
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2
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
- Assist with the development of architectural drawings and models
- Learn and utilise industry-standard design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp)
- Contribute to project presentations and client or external meetings (as appropriate)
- Undertake research and prepare technical documents
- Maintain a well-organised and professional work ethic
- Plan workload to deliver your tasks on time and ahead of target
- Record evidence of your professional experience in accordance with the requirements of your university
Where you'll work
57 Clerkenwell Road
London
EC1M 5NG
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
Your training course
Architectural assistant (integrated degree) (level 6)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Generate architectural design proposals of diverse scales and type, including conducting feasibility studies
- Draft and edit drawings and 3D models (plans, sections, elevations, and details) using relevant software, including CAD, to enable co-ordination with other professional’s input
- Produce and coordinate design information with the design team (e.g. engineering, landscaping and interior design)
- Critically analyse architectural culture, theory and design to present a personal viewpoint within a structured argument
- Creatively apply theories, practices and technologies of the arts that influence architectural design
- Produce necessary drawings and documents that comply with national and local planning policy
- Identify user needs and the local context in which the project is developed
- Develop the design of projects of varying scales in respect of environmental context and sustainability
- Deliver services under the supervision of an Architect or a project leader, prioritising the interests of the client and other stakeholders
- Problem solve and use professional judgement to take initiative and make appropriate contributions to decision making
- Research and investigate relevant information (e.g. site analysis, previous architectural projects) to support project development to ensure all client and regulatory requirements are met
- Investigate, critically appraise and select alternative structural, constructional and material systems relevant to architectural design
- Integrate structural, construction and engineering strategies with the overall design
- Support an Architect or a project leader with construction inspections to ensure projects are built in accordance with contractual drawings
- Evaluate materials, processes and techniques that apply to architectural designs and building construction, and where practicable integrate alternative materials, processes and techniques into design proposals
- Apply different technological methods to building design to provide conditions of comfort and protection against the environment
- Meet client’s brief within the constraints of the imposed budget limitations
- Meet client’s brief within the constraints of the building regulations
- Interact with statutory authorities or individuals to support delivery of projects in a wide variety of sectors and within diverse legislative frameworks
Your training plan
- After a successful completion of the Apprenticeship, candidates will attain the BA (Hons) Architecture Degree and Apprenticeship Certificate
- Successful candidates will be studying at the London South Bank University and will be required to come to the Southwark Campus, one (1) day a week
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
(inc. Maths and English) (grade C/4)A Level or equivalent in:
A Level (grade BBC)BTEC or equivalent in:
BTEC (grade DDM)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
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Competent in the use of IT
- Time Management
- Understands prioritising tasks
Other requirements
The role may involve a mixture of working between your home and our office in Clerkenwell. You may also need to visit a working construction site.
About this company
The Grimshaw studio is founded on analysis and exploration. We relish the challenges inherent across a wide range of work, engaging our expertise and agility to deliver lasting, meaningful design that brings value and joy to clients and users. Grimshaw was founded by Sir Nicholas Grimshaw in 1980. The practice became a Partnership in 2007 and operates worldwide with offices in Los Angeles, New York, London, Paris, Dubai, Melbourne, Sydney and Auckland employing over 650 staff. Grimshaw’s international portfolio covers all major sectors, and has been honoured with over 200 international design awards for its commitment to design excellence. The company’s work is characterised by strong conceptual legibility, innovation and a rigorous approach to detailing, all underpinned by the principles of humane, enduring and sustainable design. The practice is dedicated to the deepest level of involvement in the design of its buildings in order to deliver projects which meet the highest possible standards of excellence. Grimshaw was awarded the 2016 and 2018 AJ100 International Practice of the Year Award for the firm's breadth of work around the globe.
After this apprenticeship
- After successful completion of the Architectural Apprentice Level 6, you can progress to the next stage to becoming a Chartered Architect
- The next stage would be to commence the RIBA Part 2 in Architecture which is the equivalent to a Masters level qualification. Following that the RIBA Professional Practice Part 3 qualification is required to become a Chartered Architect
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000323419.
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Closes in 10 days (Sunday 15 June 2025 at 11:59pm)
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