Foundation

finishing trade flooring foundation apprenticeship

GREENLIGHT SAFETY & CONSULTANCY LTD

Plymouth (PL7 4JN)

Closes in 16 days (Friday 15 May 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 29 April 2026

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Summary

Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply.

Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.

If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:

  • have an EHC plan
  • are in care or have been in care
  • are in prison or have been in prison

Kickstart your career with a paid Foundation Apprenticeship in finishing trades. Gain hands-on experience, technical skills, and essential English and maths while working alongside industry professionals. Ideal for young people eager to learn, grow, and advance into further training or employment.

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Finishing trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 20 May 2026

Duration

8 months

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

  • Working on-site assisting with the preparation for flooring installation
  • Prepare surfaces (sanding, cleaning, measuring) ready for work
  • Use tools and materials alongside experienced tradespeople
  • Support different projects -  from homes to large developments
  • Follow health & safety practices on site
  • Work as part of a team with other trades and site managers
  • Interact with customers and learn professional communication
  • Keep work areas clean and organised
  • Learn new skills daily through hands-on tasks

Where you'll work

Unit C
Huxley Close, Newnham Industrial Estate, Plympton
Plymouth
PL7 4JN

Training

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

Training provider

GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Finishing trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

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Training schedule

  • You will attend college training two days per month at Greenlight Safety & Training, where you’ll learn the core skills needed for flooring
  • This includes understanding tools, materials and construction methods, as well as developing strong health and safety awareness
  • You’ll also build your English and maths skills, gain industry knowledge to support your work on-site, and work towards a recognised qualification with support from experienced tutors

Requirements

You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.

About this employer

Gary Phillips Flooring 

Applicants must be able to travel to Ivybridge or Marsh Mills by 8:00am
No CSCS card required for the trial
Must be polite when speaking with customers and show a keen attitude towards the job

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Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

  • After completing this Level 2 Foundation Apprenticeship, you can progress onto a Level 2 Floorlayer Apprenticeship, where you’ll build more advanced skills in areas such as carpet, vinyl, wood, and safety flooring
  • This can lead to a career as a qualified floorlayer working on a variety of residential and commercial projects, with opportunities to progress into specialist roles, supervision, or self-employment as you gain experience

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED

tim carpenter

tcarpenter@greenlightsc.co.uk

07821650917

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000026551.

Apply now

Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship.

If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:

  • have an EHC plan
  • are in care or have been in care
  • are in prison or have been in prison

Closes in 16 days (Friday 15 May 2026 at 11:59pm)