Carpentry Apprentice
VIRTUS CONTRACTS LTD

Within this role, you will work under the direction, guidance and supervision of an experienced mentor to support the delivery of high quality fit out and refurbishment projects, all the while learning valuable carpentry and site skills that will provide an excellent base for a career in the construction industry.

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Apprenticeship summary

What will the apprentice be doing?

Working under the supervision of an experienced team, you will work across a number of projects assisting with the delivery of high end commercial fit outs.

Responsibilities will include:

  • First and Second Fix Carpentry
  • Reading Drawings
  • Gaining an understanding of programming and construction sequencing
  • Gaining an understanding of construction health and safety procedures

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

On programme training:

  • Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship Standard
  • Level 2 Diploma in Wood Occupations
  • Level 1 Functional Skills in maths and English
  • Institute of Apprenticeship Certificate

End-Point Assessment (EPA)

  • Knowledge assessment (exam)
  • Practical skills assessment

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of this apprenticeship.

Annual wage

£14,976.00 to £26,769.60

Expected duration

24 Months

Possible start date

22 Oct 2024

Date posted

13 Jun 2024

Reference number

1000257434

Positions

1 available

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience

Qualifications

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

About the employer

A London based principal contractor, Virtus Contracts undertake office refits / refurbishments, interior design, property construction / alteration projects and contract management. Virtus was established in 2000 with the specific task of working with property and construction professionals on both traditionally procured and design & build projects. Virtus is an established company and the personnel have a wealth of experience of working on fit out and refurbishment projects particularly of a fast track nature. All our staff have worked extensively in the fit out and refurbishment market on projects ranging in value from a few hundred pounds to multimillion turn-key projects. Central to our philosophy and approach is placing the client at the centre of our service delivery and designing a service that consistently meets and exceeds our clients’ expectations. We put our year on year 80% repeat business rate down to this approach. Each new project we undertake we see as a means to attaining new ongoing clients and partners and therefore our attention to detail and excellence in delivery and finishing is second to none. At Virtus we very much believe in the partnering ethos whereby our expertise in coordination and management of the construction function is combined with the inhouse expertise of the client and their professional team. This enables us to establish goals early in the process by working hand in hand with the client and any professional that may form part of the overall team.

Employer

VIRTUS CONTRACTS LTD
www.virtus-contracts.co.uk

Address

UNIT 9
THE CIRCLE
QUEEN ELIZABETH STREET
LONDON
SE1 2JE