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Apprenticeships

Bricklaying

Level 2 Green Lane Campus/ Work Place The length of the course is between 18 and 24 months.

Bricklaying is one of the most recognised construction disciplines. Bricklayers are constantly in demand and therefore potential earnings can be quite high.

As a bricklayer you will mainly be working outside, and quite often at heights above 2 Metres. You will work in many locations so a willingness to travel is required.

You will need to be able to work well as part of a team, be reliable, honest and have a good work ethic. Also you must be prepared to be flexible in you working arrangements.

 

Entry Requirements

A bricklayer will be required to work with large quantities of diverse materials and interpret a range of information sources including written specifications and technical drawings.

Therefore, during the selection process you will be required to undertake an initial assessment in Numeracy and an initial assessment in Literacy. To be accepted onto an Apprenticeship programme you will have to achieve:
• Numeracy Level 1
• Literacy Level 1

You will also be required to attend an interview, during which your suitability, commitment and interest will be determined. You should bring with you to the interview any evidence you have of previous academic achievement. You may also wish to present other documentation that supports your application. This can include evidence of other activities that you have participated in, sports, hobbies, work experience etc.

You must also have an employer who is willing to sponsor you through an apprenticeship. If you do not have an offer of employment we may be able to assist you, however, demand for apprenticeship places is high.

Progression

Advanced Apprenticeship/ NVQ Level 3

 

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