Are you practical, hands-on, and interested in learning a skilled trade? This is an exciting opportunity to start your career as an Apprentice Carpenter, gaining valuable on-site experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Training course: Carpentry and joinery (level 2)
Hours
Full time hours TBC, Monday to Friday.
40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Saturday 01 August 2026
Duration: 1 Year 10 Months
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
Working alongside experienced carpenters and joiners, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to become a qualified tradesperson within the construction industry.
What You'll Do
As an Apprentice Carpenter, you will support qualified tradespeople with a range of carpentry and joinery tasks, including:
- Preparing, cutting, shaping, assembling, and installing timber components.
- Assisting with the construction, repair, and maintenance of timber structures such as doors, floors, walls, windows, staircases, partitions, and roofing elements.
- Measuring and marking out materials using hand and power tools under supervision.
- Loading, unloading, and organising tools, materials, and equipment safely.
- Working alongside other trades, including electricians and plumbers, to ensure projects are completed to a high standard.
- Following health and safety procedures and maintaining high housekeeping standards on site.
- Attending college and completing apprenticeship assessments and coursework.
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
OAKLANDS COLLEGE
Your training course
Carpentry and joinery (level 2)
Your training plan
You will receive structured on-the-job training alongside experienced professionals while studying towards your apprenticeship qualification.
This combination of practical experience and classroom learning will help you build the skills required for a successful career in carpentry.
You will attend the Oaklands College St Albans 1 day a week.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade Level 2-9)
- Maths (grade Level 2-9)
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
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
About this company
JP Carpentry Solutions manage and complete high quality workmanship covering all aspects of carpentry and have an ever growing reputation in providing highly skilled, respected Carpenters and Site Managers.
https://jpcarpentrysolutions.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into a permanent carpentry position and continue developing within the construction industry.
If you're ready to learn a valuable trade and build a rewarding career in construction, we'd love to hear from you. 🚀
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
J P CARPENTRY SOLUTIONS LTD
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000041797.
Apply now
Closes on Saturday 25 July 2026