Apprentice Roof Slater/Tiler
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Company R S MILLER ROOFING LTD
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Provider JUNIPER TRAINING LIMITED
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Location Tamworth, B79 7PA
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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-2000062932
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Application Deadline Date 20/11/2026
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Start Date 08/12/2026
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Positions Available 2
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Working Week Monday - Friday between 7am - 4pm (typically 8 hours but can vary from 6am to 5pm). 37.5 hours a week.
Brief Description
Roof Slater/Tiler Level 2 Apprenticeship. Covering all aspects of Roof Slating and Tiling with hands-on practical training and education, earn while you learn with RS Miller and Juniper Training. Four weeks on-site with the employer and one week's training with the training provider for 18 months.
Training to be Provided
Training will take place with the employer and the training provider.
You will work for the employer for four weeks and attend off-the-job training for a block week at the training provider's training centre in Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 8EX.
Future Prospects
Skilled Worker Blue Card.
Vacancy Detail
- Preparing the Roof Surface: Removing old roofing materials. Installing underlay or waterproof membranes. Ensuring the roof structure is sound and ready for tiling
- Measuring and Cutting Materials: Accurately measuring roof dimensions. Cutting tiles or slates to fit around edges, chimneys, and other roof features
- Laying Tiles or Slates: Fixing tiles/slates in overlapping patterns to ensure water runoff. Using nails, clips, or hooks, depending on the material and roof design
- Weatherproofing: Installing lead flashing around joints and edges to prevent leaks. Sealing ridges and valleys for extra protection. Installing fascias, soffits and guttering
- Repairs and Maintenance: Replacing broken or missing tiles/slates. Checking for leaks and structural issues
- Safety and Compliance: Working at heights with proper safety gear. Following building regulations and health & safety standards
Other Information
Must be comfortable working at height and physically fit to lift and carry awkward/heavy materials.
Some previous experience in roofing, or a construction based role/or qualifications is preferred, ability to handle and use basic hand tools/power tools, read a tape measure/mark out cuts would be helpful in this role.
Be happy to work outdoors in all weather conditions, includes early starts all year round.
Driving license preferred but not essential
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend a ‘Roofer Skills Session’ with Juniper Training at their Training Centre in Aldridge