Carpentry Apprenticeship

As a carpentry apprentice you will learn all aspects of carpentry and joinery as well as building and construction work, you will be expected to learn how to measure, cut and build using materials. You will be working with wood on a day-to-day basis and must be precise with all of your work.

What you'll do

• You will need to have good communication skills, as you will be dealing with customers and colleagues
• You will be expected to work physically, so a high level of stamina is desirable
• You may be working in people's homes, so you will need to be responsible at all times
• Typical duties involve shaping and cutting materials, installing finished materials
• You will also be using the appropriate tools and to the quality specified

Training

The apprenticeship in Carpentry consists of:

• Carpentry and joinery Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
• Construction Skills Health, Safety and Environment test
• CSCS Test

As part of the apprenticeship programme, attendance is required at our Skills Group training centre for one day per week.

All other aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site by the employer.

You will have regular visits every six to eight weeks from your designated Skills Group assessor, who will monitor your progress during your apprenticeship training.

After the apprenticeship

• After having completed your apprenticeship programme, you will have the opportunity to progress onto a higher level apprenticeship or become self-employed and in time a small business owner

Skills

• Communication skills
• Organisation skills
• Analytical skills
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 1-9)
• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 1-9)

About the employer

At The Master Craftsman we have over 30 years of experience designing, building and installing all types of interior cabinetry and exterior woodwork. We work throughout Devon & Cornwall and the South West. We have also worked on projects all around the rest of the UK. We are a small dedicated team, bringing creative design, technical expertise, and a high quality of craftsmanship.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Carpentry and joinery (level 2), Construction and the built environment
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: SKILLS TO GROUP LIMITED
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Monday - Friday, times will vary depending on the site location.

TBC.

• Start date: 1 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year