Apprentice Bench Joiner EDSON & COMPANY LIMITED

Edson & Co are looking for bright, enthusiastic Apprentice Joiners to join their team. We are a family-owned business specialising in high-end residential bespoke joinery that have been trading continuously since 1885. All Edson staff are time-served craftsmen with many years' experience of producing high quality joinery and cabinet work.

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Closing date: 18 Jul 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,312.00

    Wage will be reviewed dependent on performance

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 7am - 3:30pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    02 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    18 Jun 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000256892

  • Positions

    2 available

What you will do in your working day

Duties will include, but not be limited to:

  • Assisting in the manufacture of high-quality cabinetry
  • Undertake the correct training to work with full construction drawings
  • Undertake training to use machinery and hand tools correctly

The training you will be getting

  • The Apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in Carpentry and Joinery Level 2
  • The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course
  • This is a Day Release programme which means you will attend Lincoln/Newark College, 1 day per week, term time only. This will fall within your contracted working hours

Course outline:

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/carpentry-and-joinery-v1-3

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Permanent position available for experienced bench joiner on successful completion of the apprenticeship
  • Potential to pursue management opportunities

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Number skills, Team working, Initiative, Eager attitude for learning, Interest in the role, Ability to work alone

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade A*/9 - C/4) Essential

Things to consider

Candidates must have a keen attitude for learning, strive to be the best and possess a keen eye for detail. Must be able to easily commute to workplace and College.

About the employer

Established in 1885, Edsons is a fifth-generation family business and is now one of the country’s leading bespoke joinery specialists, having worked on some of the UK’s most prestigious and exclusive private residences. Using nothing but the finest materials, all joinery is manufactured in-house at modern workshops in Nottinghamshire, meaning that a high-quality service is always guaranteed. Edson & Co work predominantly with architects, interior designers, design professionals and builders to help create bespoke interiors on super-prime properties.

Employer

EDSON & COMPANY LIMITED

Address

DALESIDE HOUSE

PARK ROAD ESTATE

CALVERTON

NG14 6LL

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Training

Training provider

LINCOLN COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Margaret Davis

apprenticeships@lincolncollege.ac.uk

01522 876284

Apprenticeship standard

Carpentry and joinery

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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