Foundation

Flooring Foundation Apprenticeship

GREENLIGHT SAFETY & CONSULTANCY LTD

Exeter (EX2 8QA)

Closes in 14 days (Monday 15 June 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 1 June 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

Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship. If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if:

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

Wage

£12,480 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Finishing trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday. Hours to be confirmed.

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 29 June 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

Links House
Grace Road Central, Marsh Barton Trading Estate
Exeter
EX2 8QA

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

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

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

About this employer

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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

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000034453.

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 14 days (Monday 15 June 2026 at 11:59pm)