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Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Leigh-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Site Carpentry Course in Leigh-on-Sea. Classes run at South Essex College Stephenson Road Campus. You'll need to have completed a Level 1 Carpentry Diploma before applying, and attend an interview as part of the admissions process. The course runs full-time over 12 months, covering practical carpentry skills alongside theory, health and safety, and maths and English. You'll work on first and second fixing, structural carcassing, and safe use of tools including circular saws. A strong foundation for moving into an apprenticeship or a Level 3 course.

Who this course is for

This Level 2 course is a direct progression from Level 1 Carpentry which you must have completed before applying.

This carpentry and joinery course will give you a good foundation of knowledge and practical skills to enable you to advance to a higher level course or apprenticeship.

Entry requirements

Completion of the Carpentry Level 1 Diploma

Successful attendance at interview

What you will learn

  • You'll practise first and second fixing operations on site carpentry tasks.
  • You'll learn to erect structural carcassing safely and accurately.
  • You'll set up and operate a circular saw following safe working procedures.
  • You'll apply building methods and construction technology in practical settings.
  • You'll carry out maintenance tasks relevant to site carpentry.
  • You'll develop health and safety knowledge for working on construction sites.
  • You'll strengthen your maths and English alongside your practical training.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom and workshop based, combining practical theory with hands-on sessions. You'll be assessed through coursework and practical assessments. Both methods give you the chance to demonstrate your skills and knowledge across the different areas of the course.

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

  • Carpenter: site carpentry work on new builds and refurbishments.
  • Site joiner: fitting doors, frames, and structural timber on construction sites.
  • First fix carpenter: foundations, floors, and structural timber work.
  • Second fix carpenter: skirting, architraves, staircases, and internal fittings.
  • Maintenance carpenter: repairs and upkeep in residential or commercial properties.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Construction: the next step if you want to deepen your trade skills and take on more complex site work.
  • Apprenticeship in Carpentry and Joinery: combine paid work with structured training. The provider highlights this as a direct route after completing the Level 2 Diploma.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Site Carpentry: the qualification carpenters typically need for a CSCS skilled-worker card.
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