Site Carpentry Apprenticeship

A Site Carpentry Apprentice will use timber products to create and install building components. You will normally work on a building site, or in domestic and commercial premises, preparing and fixing building components; from the initial erection of a new building, through to the installation of all necessary fixtures and fittings, as well as a range of repair and maintenance activities.

A Carpenter will study:

• Carry out first fix
• Carry out second fix
• Structural carcassing and maintenance
• How to use power tools

It will also include:

• Use, maintain and store hand tools and associated equipment
• Understand why, when and how Health and Safety control equipment should be used when undertaking site carpentry work (e.g. personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
• Both learn how to use a range of construction information

To achieve a Level 2 you must complete:

• End Point Assessment
• If required: Functional Skills (English, Maths)
• Portfolio of evidence

Every employer is different and therefore the entry requirements can vary. As a guide, you ideally need GCSE grade 4 in English and Maths. However, we will work with you and provide additional support to help you achieve their requirements, either prior to your Apprenticeship or during the delivery of your programme. An interest in the industry is essential. You will need to complete the Level 2 Architectural Joinery Apprenticeship before progressing to the Level 3 Advanced Architectural Joinery Apprenticeship.

• Trade specific classroom
• Fully equipped wood machine shop
• Practical bench and site workshops
• Learning resource centre
• Refectory

You will need safety boots, overalls and recommended text books.