Wignall's Ltd

Wignall’s Ltd are looking for a hard working, reliable and passionate Carpentry apprentice to join their experienced team in Newton Abbot.

The Apprentice’s Role

As a carpentry apprentice you will learn all aspects of carpentry and joinery as well as building and construction work, you will be expected to learn how to measure, cut and build using materials. You will be working with wood on a day to day basis and must be precise with all of your work.

You will be expected to be willing to learn and take direction well and you must have good attention to detail. The successful apprentice will learn other aspects of the building and construction trade to enhance and develop your knowledge. The successful candidate will learn all aspects of carpentry within the domestic sector of the trade, whilst working towards achieving their level 2 apprenticeship.

Within this role, you will be learning about second fix bespoke carpentry including building kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Wages: £192.40 per week, based on 40 hours per week.

Holiday: 28 days holiday entitlement (including bank holidays) will be paid each year, during the course of your apprenticeship.

Wignall’s is a family run business, with 20 years producing modern interiors.

They are passionate about quality and employ an in house skilled team of experts who offer a friendly and professional service.

Wignall's have previously been very involved with supporting learners through work experience and/or their apprenticeships, and are passionate about providing opportunities to those who want to start a career in Carpentry. They have had apprentices in the past, and are currently supporting a young person through their Level 2 training.

On completion of your Level 2 apprenticeship with the company, an opportunity to apply for a full time post may be offered to the right learner.

Skills Required

The successful apprentice will need to be able to understand and follow instructions quickly and precisely due to the high level of work they will be completing. They must work to specific deadlines on all tasks and will also need to be physically strong in order to meet the demands of this role. They will need to take pride in their work and have good communication skills to deal with customers and colleagues.

Personal Qualities

You must be a good team player with the motivation to succeed within a busy construction industry. The successful applicant will need to be reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic with a genuine interest in the carpentry sector.

Prior Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent grades A-E (9-2) or equivalent is desired but not essential.

The Apprenticeship in Carpentry consists of:

• Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery Standard (Site)
• Construction Skills Health, Safety and Environment test – CSCS Test

As part of the apprenticeship programme, attendance is required at our Skills Group training centre for one day per week. All other aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site by the employer. You will have regular visits every six to eight weeks from your designated Skills Group assessor, who will monitor your progress during your apprenticeship training.

Whilst at the Skills Group training centre, you will learn the necessary skills and gain experience to help you throughout your role. Part of your training will be knowledge and theory based, whilst the rest will be practical.

As an additional qualification you will also achieve your Emergency First Aid and Health and Safety Certificate, along with Internet Safety and Safeguarding.

As part of your apprenticeship Skills Group will also support you to complete your online CSCS test, which will enable you to apply for your CSCS Card. This shows that you are at the required competent level to carry out site work with the employer.