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Apprentice Joiner

As an Apprentice Joiner, you will learn how to carry out essential joinery tasks to prepare and maintain modular buildings used on construction sites. Working in a busy depot workshop, you’ll focus on “first fit” activities such as installing doors, windows, kitchen units and internal fixtures.

  • What will the apprentice be doing?

    A Day in the Life of an Apprentice Joiner
    • Measuring, cutting, and assembling timber components for modular buildings.
    • Installing doors, windows, kitchen units and internal fittings during first-fit stages.
    • Repairing and maintaining joinery elements in site accommodation units.
    • Assisting with layout and preparation of modular buildings in the workshop.
    • Using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
    • Supporting senior joiners with complex joinery tasks and quality checks.

    Skills You Will Learn
    • Core joinery techniques including measuring, marking, cutting, and fixing.
    • Installation of doors, windows, kitchen units and internal fixtures in modular units.
    • Safe use and maintenance of hand tools and power tools.
    • Understanding of drawings and specifications.
    • Problem-solving and attention to detail in joinery work.
    • Health and safety practices in a workshop environment.

  • What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

    You will work with expert assessors and tutors to develop new knowledge, skills and behaviours within the profession.

    You will experience a blended learning model.

    This programme is delivered via a day release delivery model which means that one day per week, your attendance is required at our Construction Campus. This attendance is required during term time only.

  • What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

    Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship there may be additional learning opportunities via apprenticeships with this employer. Please view their website www.murphygroup.com to see the wealth of opportunities available.

  • Desired skills and personal qualities
    Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

  • Qualifications
    GCSE English (Grade 4) Essential
    GCSE Maths (Grade 4) Essential

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