Unit 1 Verney Junction Business Park
Verney Junction, Winslow, MK18 2LB

WALKER CONSTRUCTION (U.K.) LIMITED - Apprentice Groundworker

Salary: £21,621.60 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Hours: 45
Closing Date: Fri 05 Jun 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
WALKER CONSTRUCTION (U.K.) LIMITED - Apprentice Groundworker

Summary

Jumpstart your career in the construction industry with Walker Construction (U.K.) Limited, as a Groundworker Apprentice! As a Groundworker Apprentice, you'll work under the direction and guidance of an experienced supervisor, getting involved in a range of construction projects from start to finish.

Annual wage: £21,621.60 a year
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Training course: Groundworker (level 2)

Hours
Monday to Friday - 07:30 - 17:00.
45.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Sunday 30 August 2026

Duration: 2 Years

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

Apprentices must be aged 18 or over to meet the employer's industry standards.

Taster of the role:

  • Installation, maintenance and removal of temporary safety barriers, including any signage and/or lighting
  • Installation of foul and surface water drainage systems
  • Reinstating ground conditions in a range of materials to include grass, concrete and block
  • Lay and finish concrete slabs in accordance with working instructions
  • Operate tools, equipment and machinery in a safe manner •
  • Attend college on a day-release basis, and undertake any additional training as requested
  • Take part in the apprentice review process
  • Follow health & safety policy and procedures, including the wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) where needed
  • Build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, customers and managers

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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

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

Your training course

Groundworker (level 2)

Your training plan

Groundworker Apprenticeship at Milton Keynes College, where you'll be studying one day a week! Throughout your apprenticeship, you'll enjoy expert mentors and trainers who will guide you every step of the way. Hands-on learning with real-world feedback to help you grow. Modern facilities equipped with the latest tech and resources, and so much more! Plus, you'll earn your CSCS Card, CITB Level 1 Site Safety Plus, and Plant Banksman certifications!

Requirements

Essential qualifications

“GCSE” in:

  • “Maths” (grade 9-4)
  • “English” (grade 9-4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication
  • Team Work

Other requirements

Applicants must have been a UK resident for the past 3 years. Please also ensure you are able to travel to both Milton Keynes and the place of work before applying.

About this company

Walker Construction is a multi-disciplined construction company operating throughout the UK. Founded in 1964 by three Walker brothers, Walker Construction is a family business at its core. Our purpose is to improve people’s lives by building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, provide opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress and work with our supply chain to promote the very best working practices as well as caring for the environment in which we work.

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After this apprenticeship

By completing further on-the-job training once becoming qualified, you can become a skilled Groundworker. This can then lead to supervisor roles, becoming a General Foreman, then eventually a Site Manager.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WALKER CONSTRUCTION (U.K.) LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000033086.

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Closes on Friday 05 June 2026

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