We are a London wide construction skills network, training apprentices and deploying them where and when they’re needed.
Candidate Criteria
ESSENTIAL:
You must also be
DESIRED:
You will be expected to carry out skilled tasks. Examples of the work you will be carrying out include:
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The passion and commitment to become a fully qualified electrician. It will be an advantage if you have previous related work experience, CSCS and or PASMA, but this is not essential.
It is likely to take 2-3 years to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
You will be expected to carry out skilled tasks. Examples of the work you will be carrying out include:
Good written and verbal communication skills, including the skill of listening and following both simple and complex instructions.
The passion and commitment to become a fully qualified plumber. It will be advantageous if you already have a City & Guilds L1 or 2 in plumbing and/or have previous related work experience, CSCS and or PASMA.
It is likely to take 12–24 months to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
You will be expected to carry out skilled tasks. Examples of the work you will be carrying out include:
Applicants need to have at least an Entry Level 3 in Functional Skills or GCSE grade D or above in English and Maths.
The passion and commitment to become a fully qualified carpenter. It will be advantageous if you have already completed technical certificates in carpentry or multi-skills, have previous related work experience, CSCS and/or PASMA, but this is certainly not essential.
It is likely to take 12-24 months to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
Dry Liners build internal walls and ceilings in residential and commercial structures. They use plasterboard panels to reduce cost and time and also to make the walls easier to move or be removed. Dry Liners need have a good fitness level. Some of the tasks that you will undertake include:
Dry lining methods are used to hide wiring or pipes, to improve a room’s acoustics, to improve a cavity space for insulation or to smooth out uneven walls during renovation work. This role can be combined with traditional plastering or other types of work, for example sectioning off areas in open-plan offices.
Applicants need to have at least an Entry Level 3 in Functional Skills or GCSE grade D or above in English and Maths.
The passion and commitment to become a fully qualified dry liner. It will be advantageous if you have already completed technical certificates in interior systems or multi-skills, have previous related work experience, CSCS and/or PASMA, but this is certainly not essential.
It is likely to take 12-24 months to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
Painters and decorators use a range of coverings to enhance and protect surfaces. Examples of the work you will be carrying out include:
Applicants need to have at least an Entry Level 3 in Functional Skills or GCSE grade D or above in English and Maths.
The passion and commitment to become a fully qualified painter & decorator. It will be advantageous if you have already completed technical certificates in painting & decorating or multi-skills, have previous related work experience, CSCS and/or PASMA, but this is certainly not essential.
It is likely to take 12-24 months to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
To work in groundworks, you will need a good level of fitness, a basic knowledge of building methods and an understanding of the materials used in construction. At the start of a job, you will help to prepare the site, unload and store building materials and once the work gets underway, further duties could include:
Applicants need to have at least an Entry Level 3 in Functional Skills or GCSE grade D or above in English and Maths.
The passion and commitment to become a fully qualified construction operative. It will be advantageous if you have any construction based qualifications, have previous related work experience, CSCS and/or PASMA, but this is certainly not essential.
It is likely to take 12-24 months to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
As an administrator, you will be making sure that day-to-day office tasks run smoothly. So it’s important that you are organised, accurate and pay attention to detail. It is likely that you will be working for a construction-orientated firm, with some tasks including:
You will be expected to:
Applicants need to have at least a Level 1 in Functional Skills or GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths. You will also need an Entry Level 3 in ICT.
It will be an advantage if you have some previous related work experience and you should be confident using ICT.
It is likely to take 12-18 months to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
Quantity Surveyors have two very big jobs – to make sure a project meets every legal and quality standard and that the client gets value for their money. This career suits people who are very good with figures and enjoy the challenge of “balancing the books” throughout complex processes. The role of apprentice quantity surveyor is to support the more senior commercial staff in the administration of costs and contracts relating to projects. The role may involve all aspects of work from the initial tender to final account and close out, seeking to minimise the costs and enhance value for money whilst achieving the required standards and quality. This role will work under the close direction and supervision of a more senior Quantity Surveyor. Typical duties include:
• preparing tender and contract documents
• working out the cost of repair and maintenance work
• establishing exactly what a client wants
• weighing up commercial risks
• allocating work to subcontractors
• valuing completed work and arranging payments
During your Apprenticeship, you will be supported by your site supervisor and tutor. The role requires you to be hard working and deter, mind due to the nature of work involved.
Applicants need to have at least a Level 1 in Functional Skills or GCSE grade C or above in English and Maths. You will also need an Entry Level 3 in ICT.
It will be an advantage if you have some previous related work experience and you should be confident using ICT.
It is likely to take 12-18 months to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
This is an entry level role, As an Apprentice Assistant Site Manager, you will report to the Site Manager and be directly involved in construction management and site operations. You will be tasked to carry out pre-start meetings, provide detailed reports for all project elements prior to start dates providing advice as to whether the recommended schedule, budgets and equipment are fit for purpose or require updating. Liaise closely with nominated external architects/fitters and all other consultants and contractors. Meeting agreed time-scales final layouts and fitting details and to represent the interests of the company at all times. Common tasks that you may be asked to carry out include:
You will work on site for five days per week. Most site hours are Monday to Friday, 08.00-17.00.
On completion of your apprenticeship you should think about higher education into construction. There are a vast array of progression routes and opportunities in site management/project management. The world is your oyster!
K10 will enrol and fund your qualifications through a SFA funded training provider. It is likely to take 18-24 months to complete this apprenticeship, depending on current qualifications and experience.
An apprenticeship is an opportunity to work for an employer and, at the same time, to receive training on site and work towards gaining nationally recognised qualifications. It is a paid job and a full-time, 5 day a week commitment.
The Apprentice National Minimum Wage is currently £3.30 per hour. We pay above this so that, on average, you can expect to earn between £145 and £170 per week in your first year. This rises in your second year. This link to NAS provides further information on apprentice pay. http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/be-an-apprentice/other-questions.aspx#Question12
You must be 18 years old + and be eligible to work in the UK. K10 is looking to recruit committed, reliable, trustworthy individuals that are passionate about working in the construction sector. If you can demonstrate this then we would be delighted to hear from you.
No. As long as you can demonstrate your desire to commit, complete and achieve your chosen apprenticeship and trade, we would love to hear from you. However, previous experience and/or qualifications will be advantageous, especially in trades such as plumbing and electrics.
No, as long as you can afford to live on an apprentice wage.
If you are successful through our recruitment process, we will arrange and fund your CSCS card prior to starting on site.
An apprenticeship combines experiential learning with academic qualifications, together creating a framework. These frameworks follow a standard format that comprises:
The learning provider supplies the knowledge and develops skills while the host employer supplies the practical experience to put those skills to the test. Training can be classroom based, in a workshop or in a workplace, depending on the trade you have chosen.
The length of your apprenticeship will vary depending on any previous qualifications and/or prior skills levels. Generally, apprenticeships take between 1 – 3 years.
You can apply at any time of year. Availability will depend on the developments taking place in your local area.
Click here to complete our application form. Please take your time to complete the application form and provide as much detail as possible ensuring you answer all the questions.
K10 Training are now offering Traineeships. This is a great new opportunity to gain valuable work experience on major construction projects, get your CSCS Card and also free Personal Protective Equipment.
What This Opportunity Offers:
Traineeship
Age: 20
Resident Borough: Greenwich
Louis came to K10 looking for an apprenticeship as he had never been given the chance to develop his practical skills. When Louis arrived, he had no site experience and although he had a Level 2 technical certificate in both Plumbing and heating and Electrical Installations, he had little knowledge of how an actual construction site operated.
Louis joined our first cohort of Construction Skills learners and here, he was able to understand other trades such as carpentry, painting and decorating and tiling, as well as a refresher on plumbing and electrical. Louis attended the sessions in the K10 workshop for 10 weeks and always showed great enthusiasm for every part of the course, even the health and safety elements, which saw him gain a Level 1 Health and Safety qualification and a CSCS card. This 10 week course was a great chance for Louis to really develop his hand skills and understand just how the different trades all fit in with each other on a site.
Once Louis had flown through the Construction Skills course, he was placed onto site to complete 3 weeks of unpaid work experience on site which is in Louis’ resident borough of Greenwich. This was a live construction project called Greenwich Creekside, which is managed by the contractor Innc Uk. During his time on site, he was able to gain great exposure to real plumbing and electrical tasks, something he had always wanted to do. For example, Louis assisted the M&E teams with tasks such as; Bathroom installations, containment work & snagging procedures for sign offs. As well as learning practical skills, it was important that that Louis also learned about the day-to-day running of a site and took part in things such as; Tool-box talks, weekly site meetings and general health and safety checks.
K10 received great feedback the M&E sub contractor, Gloster, who Louis worked with during the whole three week period. Gloster really embraced the work experience and gave Louis every opportunity to learn and make the most of the opportunity. ‘Louis has an excellent attitude towards work with the willingness to learn more and always asking questions (in the right way). His punctuality was excellent.’ David Long, Mechanical Manager, Gloster MEP
Louis managed to make such a good impression on Gloster that they requested his services as an apprentice through K10, meaning he is now an official K10 employee and is working with Gloster as a trainee plumber on Ballymore’s Royal Wharf project in Newham. It’s clear that Louis has come a long way and has constantly proved himself, well done Louis!