Groundworks Level 2 Apprenticeship

BRANDWELLS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED

Axbridge, Bruton, Calne, Cheddar, Devizes, Street, Stroud, Tewkesbury, Trowbridge, Weston Supermare

Closes in 25 days (Friday 27 November 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 2 November 2026

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Summary

The Level 2 Groundworker Apprenticeship equips learners with skills to prepare sites, install drainage, construct foundations, lay paving and concrete, and work safely in construction.

Apprentices gain practical experience while earning a recognised qualification, providing a route into construction and civil engineering careers.

Wage

£12,480 to £19,827.60, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Working hours and pay will be discussed and agreed with the employer at interview stage.

Training course
Groundworker (level 2)
Hours
Monday to Friday. Times to be confirmed.

30 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 December 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

18

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

  • Preparing and setting up construction sites
  • Digging trenches for foundations, drainage, and utilities
  • Assisting with the installation of drainage systems and pipework
  • Laying concrete for foundations, paths, and other structures
  • Installing kerbs, edging, paving slabs, and block paving
  • Backfilling and compacting excavations
  • Using hand tools, power tools, and small plant equipment safely
  • Reading and following site drawings and specifications
  • Measuring and setting out work areas
  • Loading, unloading, and storing construction materials
  • Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area
  • Following health, safety, and environmental procedures
  • Working alongside groundworkers, plant operators, and other construction trades
  • Carrying out basic repairs and maintenance of tools and equipment

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • 30 Houlgate Way, Axbridge, BS26 2BY
  • 1 Cogley Road, Bruton, BA10 0FA
  • 1 Hurricane Drive, Calne, SN11 8GB
  • Rowan House, Upper New Road, Cheddar, BS27 3DL
  • 1 Reeves Road, Devizes, SN10 3UB
  • 178A Somerton Road, Street, BA16 0SB
  • Bentley Shed, Bath Road, Woodchester, Stroud, GL5 5ND
  • Cedarcroft, Twyning Green, Twyning, Tewkesbury, GL20 6DQ
  • 29 Middle Lane, Trowbridge, BA14 7LQ
  • Phase 4 Locking Parklands, Weston Supermare, BS24 7NP

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

Groundworker (level 2)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Work safely and securely in compliance with given information, organisational policies and procedures, and current health, safety and welfare legislation including following the procedures for working in contaminated ground
  • Conform with productive working practices and completing the work in accordance with the programme of work
  • Interpret and follow verbal and written work instructions from supervisors and site managers
  • Access, interpret and use drawings and specifications
  • Select the required resources including tools and fixtures
  • Move, handle and store resources complying with relevant legislation & guidance
  • Use and maintain power tools and equipment (including;. compactor plates, boning rods, portable power tools, levels, straight edges, lines, pins and laser equipment)
  • Gauge and mix mortars and concrete by hand and by mixer
  • Select and use basic setting out equipment including tape measures, levels, straight edges, lines and pins, boning rods and laser equipment under guidance of the supervisor
  • Install, maintain and remove temporary protection and safety arrangements for the work area relating to barriers and temporary structures, including protection, safety notices and safety lighting
  • Install and test basic drainage and ducting
  • Measure, mark, cut and install geo-membranes to stabilise soil for re-instatement and excavations
  • Transport and place, then compact and finish concrete to slabs/bases, footing oversights, paths, form slab edgings including positioning reinforcement and kerbs
  • Set out and lay flags, paviours and edging to paths, driveways and other areas
  • Install ironworks relating to access covers and frames, and gully grates and frames including preparatory brickwork
  • Locate and excavate to expose buried utility services using electronic location instruments
  • Provide and remove temporary works including shallow excavation support (up to 1.2 metres)
  • Form and reinstate excavations and surfaces to sub-grades, sub-bases and road bases
  • Prepare to, then direct and guide the movement of vehicles, plant or machinery

Training schedule

Apprentice will spend 2 days each month at Greenlight Safety & Training. 

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Team working

About this employer

Brandwell's Construction is a well-established construction and groundwork contractor delivering high-quality projects across Bristol, Exeter and the surrounding areas. With a strong reputation for professionalism, safety, and craftsmanship, Brandwell's offers apprentices the opportunity to gain hands-on experience alongside skilled industry professionals on a variety of residential, commercial, and civil engineering projects.

As an apprentice, you'll receive practical training, ongoing support, and the chance to develop valuable skills in a dynamic working environment. Brandwell's is committed to investing in its workforce, making it an excellent place to start and build a long-term career within the construction industry.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

  • Skilled Groundworker
  • Drainage Operative
  • Roads and Highways Operative
  • Plant Operator
  • Civil Engineering Operative
  • Utilities Operative
  • Paving and Kerbing Specialist

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED

Kieron Rollason

krollason@greenlightsc.co.uk

07456 638368

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000061866.

Apply now

Closes in 25 days (Friday 27 November 2026 at 11:59pm)