Roofing Apprenticeship

Start your career in roofing with hands-on experience and professional training. Learn to work safely at height, prepare and install roofing materials, carry out repairs and develop practical skills on-the-job. Ideal for someone hardworking, reliable and keen to learn a skilled trade and build a long-term career.

What you'll do

• Assist experienced roofers with day-to-day roofing work
• Learn to safely work at height and use access equipment
• Prepare and handle roofing materials and tools
• Measure, cut and fit roofing materials
• Assist with roof repairs, maintenance and installations
• Learn to install tiles, slates and other roofing materials
• Keep the work area clean, safe and organised
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times
• Develop practical skills and take on more responsibility as confidence grows
• Attend training with Greenlight Training and work towards the apprenticeship qualification

After the apprenticeship

• Opportunity to remain with the company in a permanent roofing role
• Progress towards becoming a fully qualified roofer
• Take on greater responsibility as skills and experience develop
• Develop specialist skills in different areas of roofing
• Potential to progress into senior roofer or supervisory roles
• Build a long-term career within the roofing and construction industry

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Things to consider

You will need to independently travel around Bristol and a CSCS card is required.

About the employer

Greenlight Training is a dedicated training provider supporting apprentices to develop the practical skills, knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in their chosen careers. We work closely with employers to deliver high-quality apprenticeship training, combining workplace experience with structured learning and ongoing support.

Our aim is to help apprentices build a strong foundation for their future, supporting them throughout their apprenticeship and helping them progress into further training, qualifications and long-term employment.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Roofer (level 2), Construction and the built environment
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 9 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm.
• Start date: 26 November 2026
• Positions available: 3
• Wage: £16,640 a year