WALTHAM FOREST TOWN HALL
FOREST ROAD, LONDON, E17 4JF

WALTHAM FOREST SERVICES LTD - Carpentry Foundation Apprenticeship

Salary: £27,780 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Hours: 40
Closing Date: Wed 15 Apr 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
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WALTHAM FOREST SERVICES LTD - Carpentry Foundation Apprenticeship

Summary

The Carpentry Foundation Apprentice will gain practical skills in carpentry, property repairs, and retrofit projects. This short-term pathway is ideal for those seeking entry into the trade or a stepping stone to further qualifications.

Annual wage: £27,780 a year
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Training course: Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

Hours
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.
40.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Friday 04 September 2026

Duration: 8 Months

Positions available: 1

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

  • Assist in fitting doors, skirting boards, and kitchen units.
  • Support void repairs and minor plastering/plumbing.
  • Prepare homes for re-letting and retrofit projects.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and tenants.
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Where you'll work

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

WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE

Your training course

Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

Your training plan

  • Waltham Forest College - 707 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB
  • 1 day per week
  • Onsite in college 

Requirements

About this company

Serving homeowners, landlords, local authorities and businesses across Waltham Forest and beyond, we offer a range of reliable, flexible and affordable property maintenance, gardening and specialist environmental services. All our Operatives are experts in their fields and required to have a satisfactory Disclosure of Baring Service (DBS) clearance assuring all our customers are in safe hands.

​Our mission is simple: to make everyday property care easier, safer and more sustainable for everyone.

From quick repairs and seasonal garden work to complex renovations or pest control, we handle every task with professionalism, attention to detail and respect for your space.

​We’re proud to be part of the local community, helping keep homes and shared spaces clean, green, and well maintained.

https://www.walthamforestservicestore.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Learners who successfully complete this programme can progress into a range of opportunities, including:
  • Level 3 Apprenticeship in their chosen trade (e.g., Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Multi‑Trade)
  • Skilled Trade Roles, such as Trainee Plumber, Trainee Electrician, or Junior Maintenance Operative
  • Specialist Training Courses to develop additional technical skills
  • Full‑time employment with contractors, housing associations, local authorities, or private companies
  • Progression to supervisory pathways, such as Team Leader or Site Supervisor roles, with further experience
  • Opportunities to work towards industry accreditation, such as CSCS cards or trade‑specific qualifications

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WALTHAM FOREST SERVICES LTD

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000022014.

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Closes on Wednesday 15 April 2026

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