Construction Apprenticeships

The Construction industry employs a large number of people throughout the UK and covers a wide variety of projects ranging from new roads and airports through to house extensions.  The traditional focus of the industry has been on the building of houses, offices and factories, and on large-scale civil engineering projects such as bridges and motorways.  Now however a considerable amount of work involves the restoration and refurbishment of existing buildings.

The industry is constantly tackling new and increasingly complex projects, which requires a well trained, skilled workforce.  Essential to any project are the traditional trade or craft skills which offer many opportunities for interesting and challenging work.  In construction no project is the same, so the work is varied and every day is different.

• Bricklaying
• Carpentry and Joinery
• Painting and Decorating
• Plumbing and Electrical Installation

For more information on what course would best suit you please contact one of our Apprenticeship advisors:

Construction Apprenticeship Advisor

Telephone: 0800 389 3589

E-mail: apprenticeships@prospectscollege.co.uk

Case studies

Tom’s Story:

Tom, originally from Rochford is laying the foundations for a career in construction.  He decided to enroll on Prospects brickwork programme under the Apprenticeship scheme.  Tom has had a variety of jobs in the past including being a barman and working in the retail sector.  In the future he hopes to become a full-time brick layer and is confident he will do well in his new career.

“I decided on bricklaying as I had enough of just been a labourer.  Once qualified I will have a trade under my belt which will always be need and I could be earning a much higher hourly rate”.

Sophie’s Story

Sophie joined Prospects College in January 2005 on the Programme Led Pathway Apprenticeship programme training in Painting & Decorating. Her enthusiasm and newly acquired basic craft skills meant that she was ready to progress to the Apprenticeship programme in May 2005.

Sophie now works 4 days a week with a local company where she earns a good salary, receives on the job training and has a day release to attend college.

Sophie has a further 11 months to achieve her NVQ Level 2 and is already looking to train for a NVQ Level 3 as she has enjoyed her course so much.