Apprenticeships

Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship

P.G.M. CARPENTRY CONTRACTORS LTD Colchester

Intermediate

Apprenticeship Level

Carpentry and joinery (level 2)

Apprenticeship Standard

Summary

We are currently looking for candidates who are interested in becoming apprentices and joining the carpentry sector of the building world. This will be a 3-year course where you'll work under the guidance and direction of an experienced carpenter or craftsperson. You’ll carry out all aspects of carpentry from new-built homes to refurbishments.

  • Learn the process of understanding drawings and work in accordance with specifications
  • Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
  • Follow health & safety policy and procedures, including the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) where needed
  • Use various tools, equipment and materials safely

Installation of the following:

  • Joists
  • Roofing
  • First fixing
  • Window installation
  • Cladding
  • Decking
  • Second fixing
  • Kitchen installation
  • Finals 

Employment

£15,704 a year

Wage

40

Hours Per Week

24 Jun 2025

Expected Start Date

Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 4.30pm, but you will have 1 day a week at college (TBC).

Working Week

3 Years

Expected Duration

Employer

P.G.M. CARPENTRY CONTRACTORS LTD

Employer Name

1 Onslow Crescent, Colchester, CO2 8UN, Colchester

Employer Address
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PGM Carpentry manages the carpentry requirements across over 40 new build sites including the whole of Essex, Suffolk and London. We strive on making sure our work is up to standards and take pride in making sure our workforce is taken care of!

Training Provider

MULTI TRADES TRAINING LTD

Training Provider

Training To Be Provided

  • During this course you will be attending college once a week with the rest of the week spent on site
  • The college course will be 2 years and once it's completed you will gain your Level 2 in Carpentry and Joinery and spend the final year as an improver honing your skills
  • Functional skills level 2 in English and maths (if required)

Desired Applicant

Skills

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

Maths and English GCSE or equivalent (Minimum Level 3) Desired, CSCS Card Other (This is required for site work) Essential

Further Information Contact

Joshua Horgan

+441268782296

[email protected]

How To Apply

To learn more about this apprenticeship vacancy, and for instructions on how to apply, please view the vacancy on the GOV.UK Find An Apprenticeship Service.

VAC1000322401

Vacancy Reference Number

24 Jun 2025

Application Closing Date
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