Apprentice Bricklayer
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Company: TOMMY ALCOCK
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Location: PL7 4PU
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000024446
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Application Deadline Date: 30/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday to Friday; shifts to be confirmed.
Brief Description
Work alongside experienced builders to develop skills in bricklaying and gain exposure to other home improvement activities. A CSCS card is required, and training will be provided upon successful completion of the interview process with Skills Group.
Training to be Provided
The Level 2 Bricklayer Apprenticeship includes:
- Functional Skills in maths and English (if not already achieved at Grade C/4 or above)
- CSCS training provided to ensure access to construction sites
Training will involve one day per week at Skills Group’s centre, with the remainder spent on-site with the employer. Regular visits every six to eight weeks by your designated assessor will monitor your progress.
At the training centre, you will develop your hand skills, learn brick and block work, mortar ratios, and pointing techniques. Additional qualifications include Emergency First Aid, Health and Safety, Internet Safety, and Safeguarding.
Skills Group will support you in completing your online CSCS test, enabling you to apply for a CSCS Card to demonstrate competence on-site.
Future Prospects
- On completion of your Level 2 Apprenticeship with T.A Brickwork, an opportunity to apply for a full time post may be offered to the right learner
- Alternatively, you could go on to complete your Level 3 in Bricklaying, or, go on to be self-employed and start your own company
Vacancy Detail
Work duties will include:
- Safe working practices
- Labouring
- Setting out work areas
- Understanding and interpreting information
- Preparing mortar by hand
- Using specific tools required for tasks
- Measuring materials and cutting
- Keeping all work areas clean and tidy
- Manual lifting