Carpentry Foundation Apprenticeship
WALTHAM FOREST SERVICES LTD
LONDON (E17 4JF)
Closes in 6 days (Monday 9 November 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 3 November 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
This is an excellent opportunity for a young person to gain hands-on experience in the construction industry while developing valuable technical, employability and workplace skills. Working alongside experienced construction professionals, the apprentice will support a range of onsite activities across refurbishment and repair projects.
- 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
- Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm,
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 30 November 2026
- Duration
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8 months
- Positions available
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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
- Assist in fitting doors, skirting boards, and kitchen units
- Support void repairs and minor plastering/plumbing
- Prepare homes for re-letting and retrofit projects
- Collaborate with colleagues and tenants
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards
Where you'll work
WALTHAM FOREST TOWN HALL
FOREST ROAD
LONDON
E17 4JF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE
Training course
Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
Training schedule
- The apprentice will attend Waltham Forest College, located at 707 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB, as part of their apprenticeship training
- 1 day per week at college
- On-site college-based training
- The remaining days will be spent working with Service Store, gaining practical experience and developing carpentry skills in the workplace
- Training will support the apprentice in building the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to successfully complete their apprenticeship
More training information
As part of the apprenticeship, you will work towards the Foundation onsite trades apprenticeship, combining college-based learning with practical workplace experience at Service Store Your training will help you develop skills in:
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Measuring, marking out and preparing materials
- Basic carpentry and joinery techniques
- Installing and repairing doors, frames, skirting boards and other timber fixtures
- Understanding construction drawings and specifications
- Working safely on construction and maintenance sites
- Teamwork, communication and professional workplace behaviours Problem-solving and practical maintenance tasks
- Customer service and working effectively with clients and colleagues English, maths and employability skills relevant to the construction industry
You will attend Waltham Forest College one day per week, with the remaining days spent at Service Store gaining hands-on experience and applying your learning in a real workplace.
This apprenticeship will give you a recognised qualification, valuable practical experience and transferable skills to support your future career in carpentry.
Requirements
You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.
About this employer
Waltham Forest Servicestore is a trusted local property maintenance and environmental services provider, delivering repairs, renovations, gardening and specialist services to homeowners, businesses and public sector organisations across Waltham Forest and surrounding areas. Working alongside experienced tradespeople, you will gain practical experience on a variety of projects, develop your carpentry skills in real workplace settings and contribute to maintaining and improving homes and community spaces. The company prides itself on providing high-quality workmanship, excellent customer service and
creating opportunities for local people to develop their careers
https://www.walthamforestservicestore.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Professional development and training
- Supportive work environment
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
- Successful completion of the Foundation Apprenticeship can lead to employment within the industry or progression onto a Level 2 or Level 3 Apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE
Jill Nathan
jill.nathan@waltham.ac.uk
0208 501 8022
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000062089.
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 6 days (Monday 9 November 2026 at 11:59pm)