Work alongside a skilled joinery mentor to learn how to read drawings, set out, and build joinery units and counters. This includes working with boards, laminates, timber, solid surfaces, glass, metal, acrylics etc. There will also be opportunities to travel, attend site on installs and site fits all over the country with our team of installers
Hours Mon-Fri 8.00am to 4.30pm (two breaks and a lunch) 40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Saturday 01 August 2026
Duration: 2 Years
Positions available: 2
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
Follow all health and safety policies
Work alongside a skilled joinery mentor to learn how to read drawings, set out, and build joinery units and counters. This includes working with boards, laminates, timber, solid surfaces, glass, metal, acrylics etc.
There will also be opportunities to travel, attend site on installs and site fits all over the country with our team of installers
Purpose of role:
To work under the direction and guidance of an experienced supervisor or craftsperson, making and fitting a range of bespoke joinery items within a workshop environment.
The job holder will work towards and be expected to achieve a Level 2 qualification in Architectural Joinery.
Key Accountabilities may include:
Learn the process of understanding drawings and work in accordance with specifications
Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
To cut and shape timber using a wide variety of bench tools and machinery
Assemble doors, windows, staircases, bespoke unitry and fitted furniture
Helping with installs on site
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.
Use all tools, equipment and materials safely
Build and maintain good working relationships with colleagues, customers and managers
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
NORTH WARWICKSHIRE AND SOUTH LEICESTERSHIRE COLLEGE
Your training course
Carpentry and joinery (level 2)
Your training plan
Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship Standard, delivered on block release from NWSLC - Harrowbrook campus Hinckley
Block attendance Monday - Thursday every 6 learning cycles
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths and English (grade 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 skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Team working
Initiative
Flexible
Work at height
Can follow instructions
Other requirements
Travelling to the factory, maintaining time keeping, ability to work in external environments and work at height when needed
About this company
Bespoke joinery and manufacturing company, specialising in retail, hotels, leisure, travel retail and hospitality sector