Fenestration Fabricator Adult Apprenticeship (36478)
AluFold Windows Ltd
Blackburn (BB1 5UD)
Closes in 27 days (Friday 30 October 2026)
Posted on 1 October 2026
Contents
Summary
AluFold Windows Ltd has an excellent opportunity to join their experienced team of fabricators. The successful candidate will be mentored by a professional fabricator who will support you in becoming fully skilled and qualified in this industry.
- Wage
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£16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Fenestration fabricator (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday – 7.30am to 4.00pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 9 November 2026
- Duration
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2 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
On a day-to-day basis as an apprentice, you will be doing the following:
• Working independently or as part of a team
• Follow fabrication/assembly manuals from set out to completion
• Learn how to fabricate to the specifications set out by our various system suppliers
• Learn techniques to enable you to fabricate the product to a high standard that meets our client’s requirements
• General housekeeping & work area cleanliness
• Loading, unloading, and general labouring
• General health & safety
• Health and safety rules and regulations
The training you will be getting
The apprenticeship in Fenestration Fabrication consists of;
All aspects of your training will be delivered on-site with your employer. Your designated assessor will visit you regularly every six to eight weeks and monitor your progress throughout your apprenticeship program.
You will achieve a qualification in Fenestration Fabrication.
How you will be supported
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.
If you show the correct skills and abilities, you will have the opportunity to progress onto a full-time position.
What will happen next
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be
Where you'll work
Lower Philips Road
Whitebirk Industrial Estate
Blackburn
BB1 5UD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
Training course
Fenestration fabricator (level 2)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Comply with industry regulations, standards and guidance.
- Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Prepare and maintain a safe working area and restore on completion of work.
- Perform machinery checks for example crimper and welder.
- Comply with Health and Safety regulations, standards and guidance.
- Interpret, safe systems of work, review risk assessments and implement control measures.
- Apply manual and mechanical handling techniques to handle and position products.
- Select the type and quantity of materials and components.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Use digital and written methods to communicate with others.
- Select, check and use hand and power tools, equipment and machinery.
- Read and interpret information from work documents and other sources, for example drawings, specifications, digital documents, work instructions or manufacturer's guidance.
- Plan order of works. Manage time and tasks to meet project deadlines.
- Measure, mark and drill materials.
- Escalate defects, faults or issues.
- Assemble and join fabrication materials including checking square.
- Select and fix ancillary items and beading to products.
- Carry out interim and final inspection for example, size, shape, design and ancillary items.
- Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance, recycling and disposal.
- Complete handover process.
- Comply with industry regulations, standards and guidance.
- Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Prepare and maintain a safe working area and restore on completion of work.
- Perform machinery checks for example crimper and welder.
- Comply with Health and Safety regulations, standards and guidance.
- Interpret, safe systems of work, review risk assessments and implement control measures.
- Apply manual and mechanical handling techniques to handle and position products.
- Select the type and quantity of materials and components.
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Use digital and written methods to communicate with others.
- Select, check and use hand and power tools, equipment and machinery.
- Read and interpret information from work documents and other sources, for example drawings, specifications, digital documents, work instructions or manufacturer's guidance.
- Plan order of works. Manage time and tasks to meet project deadlines.
- Measure, mark and drill materials.
- Escalate defects, faults or issues.
- Assemble and join fabrication materials including checking square.
- Select and fix ancillary items and beading to products.
- Carry out interim and final inspection for example, size, shape, design and ancillary items.
- Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance, recycling and disposal.
- Complete handover process.
Training schedule
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade A*-C/9-4)
- Maths (grade A*-C/9-4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Good practical skills
- Enthusiastic
- Committed
- Excellent timekeeping
- Reliable
About this employer
At Alufold, we believe that great work happens when people enjoy coming to work. We've built a friendly, supportive culture where professionalism goes hand-in-hand with a relaxed and welcoming environment.
We recognise the importance of building strong relationships across the business, which is why we organise regular social events throughout the year, giving colleagues the chance to connect, celebrate successes and have fun together.
To help our team recharge during the day, we have an on-site games room available during break periods, providing a space to relax, unwind and catch up with colleagues.
If you're looking for a company where you'll be valued, supported and part of a great team culture, Alufold could be the perfect fit for you.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Possible progression within the company and progression onto the next level apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000056373.
Apply now
Closes in 27 days (Friday 30 October 2026)
After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.