Fenestration Installer Apprenticeship (36485)
TAYLOR GLAZING SOLUTIONS LD
Blackrod (BL6 5JF)
Closes in 13 days (Friday 30 October 2026)
Posted on 15 October 2026
Contents
Summary
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn about installing a wide range of replacement and new build fenestration products in a property or structure. This might include windows, doors, bi-fold doors, and conservatories.
- Wage
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£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Fenestration installer (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday 7.30am - 4.30pm
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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3
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
The apprentices daily duties will include:
- Identify and confirm fenestration installation requirements and components
- Interpret the appropriate work plan for the job, taking into account factors such as environmental, structural, contractual and specification
- Locate, handle, store, load, transport and position fenestration materials and components safely
- Prepare the site, plant, equipment and access ready for installation
- Remove existing fenestration, understanding what action should be taken or who to report situations to if problems arise
- Take steps to ensure structural stability using structural supports
- Prepare the apertures, appropriate to the property
- Fix fenestration units in place
- Install glass units, infill panels and hardware
- Make good and apply internal and external finishes
- Maintain a clean and tidy work area throughout and upon completion of the works
- Conduct interim and final inspections of the work and work area
- Demonstrate the product and handover installation paperwork
- Work in compliance with Health and Safety, and environmental requirements considering the Health and Safety of self and others. Report in a timely manner any non-compliances to the relevant person
What you could go on to do:
You can go on to become a skilled trader in one specific area of construction or become a highly skilled multi trade person with the knowledge and skills to carry out and manage full building and renovation projects
How you will be supported:
Full training and support will be provided by our expert training and assessment staff at The Growth Company.
What you could go on to do:
Progress onto further construction related qualifications or move into site supervision or technical support.
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.
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
How you could get there:
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.
Where you'll work
Unit 9 Tennants Farm
Station Road
Blackrod
BL6 5JF
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 installer (level 2)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
What you'll learn
Course contents
- Comply with Health and Safety regulations, standards and guidance
- Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Comply with industry regulations, standards and guidance
- Read, interpret, review risk assessments, implement control measures
- Use traditional or digital written methods to communicate with others
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Plan order of works, carry out pre-installation checks
- Prepare and maintain a safe working area
- Select, check and use hand and power tools and equipment
- Move, handle and store materials, including loading and unloading of vehicles
- Identify, install and remove temporary support requirements
- Remove existing fenestration products
- Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance, recycling and disposal
- Read and interpret information from manufacturers guidance and other sources, for example from drawings, specifications, digital documents or work instructions
- Prepare the frame for installation for example handles, hinges, locks, hardware, trickle vents or frame extensions
- Position and fix the frame in the opening ensuring level, plumb and square
- Position and install sashes
- Position and install, glazing and any infill materials into the frame
- Measure, cut, drill and fix trims
- Apply external seals for moisture and air penetration. For example, wet sealants, tapes, membranes and any associated products
- Interim inspection work and rectify or report any work that is incorrect or incomplete
- Complete final inspections and workplace documentation
- Complete a customer or site manager handover
- Check and use working at height equipment for example steps, ladders, hop-ups, and podiums
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning opportunities and development activities
- Carry out internal and external finishing for example making good any damage, priming, sealing, trimmings, mouldings, backer rod or foam, scribing, trimmings, flashings, perimeter pressings and cladding
- Prepare openings for installation
- Comply with Health and Safety regulations, standards and guidance
- Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Comply with industry regulations, standards and guidance
- Read, interpret, review risk assessments, implement control measures
- Use traditional or digital written methods to communicate with others
- Communicate with others verbally for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
- Plan order of works, carry out pre-installation checks
- Prepare and maintain a safe working area
- Select, check and use hand and power tools and equipment
- Move, handle and store materials, including loading and unloading of vehicles
- Identify, install and remove temporary support requirements
- Remove existing fenestration products
- Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance, recycling and disposal
- Read and interpret information from manufacturers guidance and other sources, for example from drawings, specifications, digital documents or work instructions
- Prepare the frame for installation for example handles, hinges, locks, hardware, trickle vents or frame extensions
- Position and fix the frame in the opening ensuring level, plumb and square
- Position and install sashes
- Position and install, glazing and any infill materials into the frame
- Measure, cut, drill and fix trims
- Apply external seals for moisture and air penetration. For example, wet sealants, tapes, membranes and any associated products
- Interim inspection work and rectify or report any work that is incorrect or incomplete
- Complete final inspections and workplace documentation
- Complete a customer or site manager handover
- Check and use working at height equipment for example steps, ladders, hop-ups, and podiums
- Carry out and record planned and unplanned learning opportunities and development activities
- Carry out internal and external finishing for example making good any damage, priming, sealing, trimmings, mouldings, backer rod or foam, scribing, trimmings, flashings, perimeter pressings and cladding
- Prepare openings for installation
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
- Team working
- Physical fitness
- Smart
- Polite
- Good practical skills
- Able to follow instructions
Other requirements
The employer has requested that applicants have a Bolton / Aspull / Wigan postcode - this is essential.
About this employer
Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Bolton, Lancashire, Taylor Glazing Solutions has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality uPVC glazing solutions to customers across the UK. With our own in-house manufacturing facility and experienced installation teams, we combine precision craftsmanship with reliable nationwide service.
We don't just supply windows and doors, we deliver complete glazing solutions. From initial consultation through to manufacture and expert installation, we're committed to providing exceptional quality, competitive lead times and outstanding customer service on every project. Whether you're improving a single property or managing a large-scale development, Taylor Glazing Solutions is a trusted partner you can rely on.
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 VAC2000059377.
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Closes in 13 days (Friday 30 October 2026)
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