Higher & Degree Apprenticeship - Construction

Barratt Redrow PLC

Bristol, Chelmsford, Guildford, Halesowen, Kent, Leeds, Manchester, North Thames, Southampton, Warrington

Closes on Monday 16 March 2026

Posted on 6 February 2026

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Summary

Are you ready to launch your career in the dynamic house-building industry? We’re excited to announce a unique opportunity in collaboration with Sheffield Hallam University, offering a bespoke Higher & Degree Apprenticeship designed for individuals from all backgrounds.

Wage

£26,227 a year

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Competitive Salary

Competitive Bonus Scheme

Training course
Construction site management (degree) (level 6)
Hours
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed. Onsite.

39 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

5 years

Positions available

11

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

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work:

  • Support the Site Manager in co-ordinating trades and directing labour and materials to meet the production programme
  • Support the Site Manager in ensuring that the onsite construction team is fully resourced and well directed, with clear guidelines to their own job responsibilities and are provided with full support in achieving these
  • Work in conjunction with the Sales Team to ensure that regular meetings are attended, and all procedures are adhered to
  • Ensure high standards of Health and Safety on site
  • As and when required, deputise for the Site Manager
  • Continue to develop through reviews with your coach and mentor

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:

  • Barratt House, 710 Waterside Drive, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4UD
  • Barratt Homes/ David Wilson Eastern Counties, 7 Springfield Lyons Approach, Chelmsford, CM2 5EY
  • The Guildway, Old Portsmouth Road, Artington, Guildford, GU3 1LR
  • 60 Whitehall Road, Halesowen, B63 3JS
  • Barratt Homes Kent, Weald House, 88 Main Street, Sundridge, Kent, TN14 6ER
  • Raynham House, 2 Capitol Close, Morley, Leeds, LS27 0WH
  • Adamson House, Towers Business Park, Wilmslow Road, Manchester, M20 2YY
  • Kingsbrook, Aylesbury, North Thames, HP22 7BR
  • Tollbar Way, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2UH
  • 303 Bridgewater Place, Birchwood Park, Birchwood, Warrington, WA3 6XF

Training

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

Training provider

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

Training course

Construction site management (degree) (level 6)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Be able to set and review objectives, identify resources and their limitations and plan activities and work methods to ensure project completion on time.
  • Be able to identify and manage risks of health, safety and welfare in line with legislation, hazards and safe systems of work.
  • Be able to identify the standards required by clients and other stakeholders and implement effective procedures for managing, recording and improving quality.
  • Be able to manage construction activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development and implements best practice.
  • Be able to manage legal and contractual matters relating to the site and work within commercial and legal constraints to ensure effective project outcomes.
  • Be able to investigate problems, causes and effects and determine solutions.
  • Be able to identify, obtain and process information required to manage projects.
  • Be able to manage risk and plan for its mitigation to minimise its impact.
  • Be able to manage and appraise team members and specialist contractors, build teams, advise on development and resolve conflicts to ensure effective teamwork.
  • Be able to identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions.
  • Be able to effectively manage and supervise specialist contractors and operatives during the construction phase.
  • Be able to identify and rectify common defects in construction activities.

Training schedule

  • Construction Site Management (degree) - Level 6
  • Attend 4 x 1-week annual block teaching with Sheffield Hallam University for academic study

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade 4-9)

A Level in:

Any discipline (grade A-C)

BTEC in:

Any discipline (grade Pass+)

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
  • Logical
  • Team working

About this employer

We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.

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Company benefits

  • Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover
  • Annual Health Assessment
  • 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days)
  • Choice of Flexible Benefits. Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

After this apprenticeship

A potential career path for an apprentice in construction can include many different, exciting roles.

  • Construction director
  • Head of construction
  • Contracts manager/project manager
  • Senior site manager
  • Site manager
  • Assistant site manager
  • Trainee assistant site manager

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000013573.

Apply now

Closes on Monday 16 March 2026

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.