This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is eager to begin or further develop a long-term career in the construction industry. Working alongside experienced and skilled professionals, you will gain practical, hands-on experience while contributing to a range of projects.
Training course: Bricklayer (level 2)
Hours
Mon - Fri (hours tbc)
42.5 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 07 September 2026
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
Your duties may include:
- Assisting with the preparation of building sites, materials, tools and equipment.
- Learning how to lay bricks, blocks and other building materials to construct walls, foundations and other structures.
- Measuring, setting out and interpreting drawings and specifications.
- Mixing mortar and ensuring materials are used safely and efficiently.
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment in line with health and safety regulations.
- Working as part of a construction team to complete projects to a high standard.
No two days are the same, and you will gain hands-on experience across a range of residential and commercial construction projects.
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
COASTLAND COLLEGE
Your training course
Bricklayer (level 2)
Your training plan
The apprenticeship training is delivered through a combination of workplace learning and regular attendance at Coastland College.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (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
- Team working
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
Additional Information:
- The role is based across West Dorset and South Somerset, with travel to various properties and work locations required.
- Due to the nature of the role and the locations of some properties, it is essential that applicants hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own transport.
- Applicants should be practical, reliable, willing to learn, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
This role involves a variety of indoor and outdoor work and may require manual handling and the use of access equipment under supervision.
About this company
CG Fry & Son are a leading regional construction firm specialising in housing development and contracting and operate across the south-west. The Development team is renowned for its exceptional attention to detail, high quality design and unprecedented desire to leave behind a product and a legacy that the company, its landowner partners and local residents can be proud of for generations to come. The Contracting team work with a variety of private clients, businesses and architects to help deliver an exemplary product to their exacting requirements.
https://www.cgfry.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be qualified as a Level 2 Bricklayer and have the opportunity to progress within the construction industry.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
C.G. FRY AND SON LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000039120.
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Closes on Friday 31 July 2026