UNIT 16
SPACE BUSINESS CENTRE, OLYMPUS PARK, GL2 4AL

DEADSMOOTH PLASTERING AND BUILDING COMPANY LIMITED - Plastering Apprenticeship

Salary: £15,704 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Closing Date: Fri 19 Sep 2025 - 11:59 pm UTC
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DEADSMOOTH PLASTERING AND BUILDING COMPANY LIMITED - Plastering Apprenticeship

Summary

Learn to prepare surfaces, apply plaster, skim walls and ceilings, and finish surfaces to a high standard. Gain hands-on experience, work with a skilled team, and start a career in a trade with strong demand and clear progression opportunities.

Annual wage: £15,704 a year
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Training course: Plasterer (level 2)

Hours
Monday - Friday 8am - 4pm
40.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Thursday 25 September 2025

Duration: 2 Years

Positions available: 4

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • Prepare walls, ceilings, and other surfaces for plastering.
  • Mix plaster and other materials to the correct consistency.
  • Apply plaster, render, and skim surfaces to achieve smooth finishes.
  • Repair and patch damaged plaster on walls and ceilings.
  • Learn different plastering techniques, including decorative finishes.
  • Use hand tools, trowels, floats, and other equipment safely.
  • Read and follow construction plans, specifications, and instructions.
  • Work at height safely, using scaffolding or ladders as required.
  • Collaborate with other tradespeople on site as part of a team.
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.

Where you’ll work

UNIT 16
SPACE BUSINESS CENTRE
OLYMPUS PARK
QUEDGELEY
GL2 4AL

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Plasterer (level 2)

Your training plan

Training will take place in our Bristol centre, 127 South Liberty Lane, 3 consecutive days per month  

Requirements

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Physical fitness

About this company

Known for delivering a professional, friendly, and reliable service, the small but highly skilled team boasts over 70 years of combined experience and is dedicated to ensuring high-quality workmanship paired with effective project management.

After this apprenticeship

Qualified Plasterer – Work independently on walls, ceilings, and decorative plastering projects.


Specialist Plasterer – Develop expertise in advanced techniques such as ornamental, decorative, or heritage plastering.


Supervisor / Team Leader – Lead small teams, manage tasks on site, and oversee junior plasterers.


Site Manager / Construction Manager – Progress to managing larger projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring quality and deadlines are met.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

DEADSMOOTH PLASTERING AND BUILDING COMPANY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000339142.

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Closes on Friday 19 September 2025

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