About
Employer description
Barratt Redrow have been nationally recognised as a 5 star house builder thirteen years in a row, that’s more than any other major house builder. This is because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building.
Main description
You will work with experienced trade specialists towards gaining a level 2 Bricklayer Apprenticeship qualification with a highly reputable national construction company. Your training will be on site and in block weeks at college.
You’ll learn both on the job and during intensive residential training weeks at college. All accommodation, travel and subsistence is paid for during the block weeks and you’ll start off with three weeks in college, returning home each weekend. This will prepare you to fully contribute as soon as you get on site.
You will then return to college approximately every 20 weeks, for a two-week block of intensive training.
During your apprenticeship, you will be expected to complete the Barratt Redrow Training Manual along with your site and college work within agreed time limits and standards. You will need to be consistent at gathering quality work-based evidence, work with your colleagues to learn and develop your trade skills and communicate politely with lecturers, customers and colleagues.
On a typical day you will be required to:
- Safely use and maintain hand tools
- Safely use and maintain portable power tools
- Safely use and maintain other equipment
Training to be provided
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
YORK COLLEGE
Your training course
Bricklayer (level 2) Equal to GCSE
Your training plan
This apprenticeship will give you the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work as a Bricklayer and will include the following:
Health and safety to include Control of Substances Hazardous to Health, Manual Handling and Working at Height Regulations, use of PPE etc.
Understand the principles of high quality customer service and communication to enable you to gain and keep a valued reputation in industry with clients, colleagues and industry representatives such as suppliers and manufacturers
Understand the different eras, types of construction methods, insulation considerations, sustainability, facilities management, fire, moisture and air protection, fireplaces and chimneys, damp proof courses and the use of brick ties
Set out and build brickwork, including complex arches and surrounding brickwork, curved on plan, concave and convex brickwork and battered brickwork
Select appropriate tools, equipment and materials (eg trowel, levels, brick ties, DPC, insulation, mixers, lintels etc) for use when setting out and erecting masonry walling . Maintain a clean working environment.
Select materials and resources to be able to set out and lay concrete, drainage and other substructure materials
You will also produce a portfolio of evidence demonstrating examples of your work throughout the apprenticeship.
Attendance at York College on a block release basis. The qualification achieved will be Bricklayer apprenticeship level 2.
Functional Skills in maths and English to be provided, if required.
Entry Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in: English (grade 4/C) any other subject (grade 4/C) and maths (grade 4/C)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Team working
Physical fitness
Other requirements
We welcome applicants who live within a 45 minute public transport commute from our site/office locations, or one hour by your own transport.
Company benefits
As part of working for Barratt Redrow PLC we offer:
• Tool kit • 23 days holiday • Choice of Flexible Benefits (subject to eligibility) • Private Medical Cover • Enhanced Family Friendly Policies • B&CE Pension Scheme
Future prospects
On completion of this apprenticeship, the apprentice will have satisfied the requirements to obtain a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card at the appropriate level. Apprentices will progress to a wide range of employment opportunities in the workplace. Self-employment or starting a business may also be an option.
If you’re as ambitious as we think you are, you may want to continue for a further year with our Advanced Apprenticeship.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 31/03/2025
Salary
£15,311.40 to £24,761.88 a year
Location
This job is located in Ely, Cambs
How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
