Summary
This apprenticeship provides hands-on training and practical experience for individuals starting a career in carpentry. Apprentices spend four days a month at Greenlight Training, developing essential skills and knowledge. The remainder of the month is spent on site.
What you will do at work
- Assisting experienced carpenters with first and second-fix joinery on residential and commercial sites
- Learning to measure, cut, and shape timber and board materials accurately
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised workspace, adhering to all site health and safety regulations
- Learning the proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools
- Reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
About this employer
ASAP Carpentry and Kitchens Ltd was established in 2005 and then moved to a limited company in March 2009. The company has two directors. Adam Perrott has over 20 years experience within the carpentry industry and Karen Perrott brings her wealth of management experience to the team and runs all the administration, customer care and financial aspects of the firm. We pride ourselves on having a happy workforce made up of both Sub contractors and employed carpenters.
After this apprenticeship
On going career progression.