Level 2 Bricklaying Apprenticeship - Hillingdon EVOLVE APPRENTICES LTD

We are looking for Hillingdon borough residents who are interested in completing a Level 2 Bricklaying apprenticeship. The successful candidate will spend 30 months working as a Brickwork Apprentice as part of the CITB / Flexi-Job Shared Apprenticeship Scheme. Employed by Evolve Apprentices while completing the apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 26 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £11,648.00 to £20,820.80

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, weekends may be an option (Shifts TBC). Minimum of 35 hours per week but potential for more. Approx. 07:30am - 5pm but hours will be confirmed by contractor after successfully passing the Stage 1 & 2 Interview.

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    30 Months

  • Possible start date

    27 May 2024

  • Date posted

    25 Apr 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000247036

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

What will the apprentice be doing? Bricklayers lay bricks, blocks and other types of building components in mortar to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches, and other structures e.g., chimney stack. They might also refurbish brickwork and masonry on restoration projects.

The main duties and tasks of a Bricklaying Apprentice are:

• General labouring, tidying of site, and tool/equipment fetching

• Mixing and turning mortar, loading boards

• Moving, stacking, and passing bricks

• Eventually, you will progress into the laying of bricks and blocks

Those seeking to do a bricklaying apprenticeship need to be patient, it is one of the more complex trades and you need to learn everything it takes to be a bricklayer before you get to start laying bricks/blocks. This process can take up to 6 months, depending on how well they see you progress. Bricklayers are also often the first trades on site, must be willing to be on site early and on time each day. What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The qualification you would be working to is the Level 2 Brickwork (Standard) where we will be looking to partner with a training provider to provide the training. This training will require you to attend college one day per week, and you will be paid a set of 7 hours on your college day each week.

You are expected to travel when necessary for training and/or assessments. You will be responsible for managing/arranging with your line manager.

The training you will be getting

Apprentices without level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the end-point assessment.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

On completion of this apprenticeship, you can progress into work as a qualified Junior Bricklayer where, with more experience, you can look to progress into a senior bricklaying position, site/contracts/project management, self-employment, or brickwork business owner. Some of the best site and project managers we work with started off as bricklayers. It is a challenging but highly respected trade on site. You will be eligible for the Skilled Worker (Blue) CSCS Card after completing the level 2 qualification.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Analytical skills, Attention to detail, Communication skills, Customer care skills, Initiative, Logical, Non judgemental, Number skills, Organisation skills, Patience, Physical fitness, Problem solving skills, Team working

Qualifications

NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or equivalent CSCS Card (Grade Valid) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Level 1) Desired
GCSE or equivalent English (Grade Level 1) Desired

Things to consider

We are looking for reliable candidates who are committed to starting and completing this apprenticeship, who have good timekeeping and attendance, who are as determined to gain the qualification alongside the work experience. We are committed to equality and diversity in the workplace.

About the employer

Evolve is a not-for-profit organisation that manages the CITB Shared Apprenticeship Scheme within London. In other terms, we offer construction apprenticeships!

Employer

EVOLVE APPRENTICES LTD

Address

Hillingdon

UB8 3QU

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Training

Training provider

EALING, HAMMERSMITH & WEST LONDON COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Bricklayer

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

Please click on the link below to apply

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 26 May 2024