Bricklaying Apprenticeship

Summary

GREEN & WESTBURY CONSTRUCTION LTD are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Bricklaying Apprentice to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start their career in construction and gain valuable hands-on experience.

Wage

£15,704 a year

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We encourage a competitive rate with incremental increases as skills develop.

Training course

Bricklayer (level 2)

Hours

Monday to Friday 7am to 4:30pm

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 23 April

Duration

2 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Laying Bricks and Blocks: Measuring, cutting, and laying bricks or blocks to create walls, partitions, arches, and other structures according to design specifications
Mixing Mortar: Preparing and applying mortar to bind bricks together
Reading Blueprints: Interpreting construction plans and blueprints to determine the layout and design of the project
Ensuring Structural Integrity: Ensuring the accuracy of the structure by using levels and plumb lines
Repairs and Maintenance: Performing restoration and maintenance work on existing structures
Safety Compliance: Adhering to safety standards and regulations to maintain a safe working environment
Assist with the preparation and laying of bricks, blocks, and other masonry materials
Follow detailed plans and instructions to build and repair structures
Mix and prepare mortar and other bonding agents
Ensure all work is performed to the highest standards of safety and quality
Maintain tools and equipment in good working order
Learn and adhere to industry best practices and regulations

Where you’ll work

7 PLAXTON CLOSE
NEWTHORPE
NOTTINGHAM
NG16 3SD

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Your training course

Bricklayer (level 2)

Equal to GCSE

Course contents

Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Comply with industry regulations, standards, and guidance.
Read and interpret information from drawings and specifications.
Estimate and select required resources: For example, the quantity of bricks and blocks, mortar, wall ties and insulation.
Prepare and maintain a safe working area.
Select and use hand tools.
Maintain and store hand tools.
Set out brick and block cavity wall to given tolerances, including an opening.
Construct a stretcher bond brick and block cavity wall with return and opening to given tolerances, including installing a lintel with soldiers, brick and edge sill, closure around opening, insulation, fire stopping, cavity tray, damp proof course (DPC) and weep holes.
Apply joint finishes: For example, half round, flush, weather struck and recessed.
Set out and construct a simple brick solid wall with capping.
Gauge and hand mix mortar to ratio.
Measure and cut bricks and blocks using hand tools, to given tolerances.
Carry out a simple repair: For example, replacing damaged bricks.
Protect materials and finished work.
Verbally communicate with others, applying construction terminology.
Follow equity, diversity and inclusion guidance.
Applies team working principles to their own and the wider build team.
Identifies well-being support available to self and others.
Construct a brick wall with raking cut. For example, gable end wall or garden wall with raking cut.
Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance.
Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
Comply with industry regulations, standards, and guidance.
Read and interpret information from drawings and specifications.
Estimate and select required resources: For example, the quantity of bricks and blocks, mortar, wall ties and insulation.
Prepare and maintain a safe working area.
Select and use hand tools.
Maintain and store hand tools.
Set out brick and block cavity wall to given tolerances, including an opening.
Construct a stretcher bond brick and block cavity wall with return and opening to given tolerances, including installing a lintel with soldiers, brick and edge sill, closure around opening, insulation, fire stopping, cavity tray, damp proof course (DPC) and weep holes.
Apply joint finishes: For example, half round, flush, weather struck and recessed.
Set out and construct a simple brick solid wall with capping.
Gauge and hand mix mortar to ratio.
Measure and cut bricks and blocks using hand tools, to given tolerances.
Carry out a simple repair: For example, replacing damaged bricks.
Protect materials and finished work.
Verbally communicate with others, applying construction terminology.
Follow equity, diversity and inclusion guidance.
Applies team working principles to their own and the wider build team.
Identifies well-being support available to self and others.
Construct a brick wall with raking cut. For example, gable end wall or garden wall with raking cut.

Your training plan

This apprenticeship will be delivered on a 'day release' basis, meaning that the successful candidate will work on site for four days of the week in Eastwood, and attend college one day of the week at Ruddington Fields Business Park, Ruddington, Nottingham NG11 6JZ. Please note, the successful candidate must be able to easily get to the work site in Eastwood for 7am.

More training information

Nottingham College is one of the largest providers of construction training in the Midlands, and we’ve invested heavily in our facilities, so you’ll have access to industry-standard workshops and fantastic resources. In fact, we have been highly recommended by the construction sector body, the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), so you can be confident you will be in a great learning environment.

Our teaching staff have had years of experience in industry, so they know just how to help set you up for a great career.

Choosing an apprenticeship with us will ensure you lay the foundations for a successful future in the construction industry.

Bricklayers must possess strong attention to detail, physical stamina, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. They play a crucial role in the construction industry, contributing to the building and maintenance of various infrastructures.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 3)
Maths (grade 3)

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

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Physical fitness
Positive work ethic

Other requirements

Please note that due to the nature of bricklaying, you will be working outdoors and will be required to lift heavy loads. The successful candidate must be able to easily and independently travel to Eastwood and Ruddington to arrive within the described working hours.

About this company

At Green & Westbury Limited, we take pride in delivering high-quality bricklaying services across Nottingham and the surrounding areas. With years of experience in the industry, our skilled team provides expert craftsmanship. We work with precision and efficiency to bring every project to life. Our commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction sets us apart, making us a trusted choice for builders, homeowners, and developers alike. We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Bricklaying Apprentice to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to start their career in construction and gain valuable hands-on experience.

After this apprenticeship

Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

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