Free Level 2 Bricklaying Course in Leigh-on-Sea. Classes run at South Essex College Stephenson Road Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need a Level 1 qualification or two GCSEs at grade 3 or above in Maths or English to join. Over 12 months, you'll cover practical and theory brickwork, storing materials and equipment, erecting and dismantling working platforms, and health and safety. This free bricklaying course for adults is a solid route into a trade with consistent demand.
Who this course is for
This course will further advance your bricklaying skills and covers: block and brickwork practical and theory (including storing materials and equipment), erecting and dismantling working platforms, setting and basic building brick and blockwork walling and health and safety.
Entry requirements
Level 1 qualification or GCSEs x 2 at grade 3/D in MATHS or ENGLISH
What you will learn
You'll practise setting and building brick and blockwork walling to industry standards.
You'll learn how to store materials and equipment correctly on site.
You'll study the theory behind block and brickwork construction.
You'll erect and dismantle working platforms safely.
You'll apply health and safety principles relevant to bricklaying work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical sessions and classroom-based theory at South Essex College Stephenson Road Campus. Practical work covers hands-on bricklaying tasks. Theory sessions support your understanding of materials, methods, and safety. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written or knowledge-based work tied to the City and Guilds qualification requirements.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Essex College Stephenson Road Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bricklayer: how to become a bricklayer on residential or commercial sites.
Groundworker: laying foundations and working alongside bricklaying teams.
Construction labourer: supporting trades on site while building experience.
Dry stone waller: specialist bricklaying and walling work, often rural or heritage projects.
Repointing and restoration operative: repair and maintenance of existing brickwork.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying: the next step for experienced bricklayers, and the qualification linked to a CSCS Skilled Worker card.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach bricklaying or construction skills in a college or training setting.
Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS): a short course for those moving into supervisory roles on site.
