On completion of this apprenticeship, roofers will be able to:
Work safely and be aware of key health, safety and welfare issues
Work to a market-leading standard with a full understanding of the latest roofing specifications
Move, handle and store resources, complying with relevant legislation and guidance
Interpret and follow verbal and written work instructions from trade supervisors and site managers
Select the required materials and resources to carry out the work
Set up, check and operate plant and/or equipment
Install related materials and components to a given specification
Use, maintain and store hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
Access, interpret and use drawings and specifications to carry out work
Training:An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation: Walsall College.
Your training course: Roofer.
Equal to Level 2 (GCSE).
Course contents: Your training plan L2 Roofer apprenticeship standard.
This occupation involves installing a range of roofing materials and products at height. It includes interpreting drawings, measuring and calculating the required amount of materials. Roofing work can involve anything from repairing a single tile or slate on a domestic property, to re-roofing public buildings such as schools, working on new-build housing projects, or installing the roof on large commercial buildings.
Roofers can be on site from a few hours to a few weeks, so this occupation should suit those who like to move workplaces on a regular basis. The work is varied and would suit individuals who prefer working outside.
This is a core and options apprenticeship, with three options:
A Roof Slater and Tiler works on a building site, or in domestic or commercial premises, installing slate and tile roof coverings and related products to both new and existing buildings.
Your training will be held at Construction College Midlands (Birmingham - B30 3JH) in two-week block periods.Training Outcome:There is a full-time position offered to the right candidate.Employer Description:We partner with all of the top tier housing developers to provide excellent service & quality while maintaining an exemplary health and safety standards. We have been providing our services to the new build housing developers across the county for over twenty years.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm.Skills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
Conditions:
You work outdoors in all weathers.
You climb on ladders and scaffolding, lift heavy weights and work at heights.
The working day begins early and varies according to hours of daylight.
You would work around 40 hours a week, often working to meet deadlines.
You might have to travel a lot and spend time away from home.
You wear a hard hat, ear protectors and other protective gear.
Training Outcome:
Become a qualified roofer.
Be a sole trader.
Be self employer.
Employer Description:We know a thing or two about commercial roofing and cladding. That’s because we’ve been serving the south west for the last 30+ years, partnering with leading construction companies, architects and property groups.
While there are other roofing and cladding suppliers out there, none possess the combined benefits that we bring to a project.
We’re constantly looking to raise the industry’s standards in terms of design, quality and safety.
The output from our Technical Design Team is second-to-none.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.Skills: Attention to detail,Team working,Physical fitness....Read more...
Install plain tiles, interlocking tiles, natural slates and fibre -cement slates
Install underlay, battens and related roofing components
Install dry and wet fixed products to verges, hips, ridge and valleys
Training:
Roofer Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
The apprentice will train with his employer and then be required to come into our Plympton 2 consecutive days a week every 2 weeks
Training Outcome:
For the right candidate, this employer will look to give full-time employment once the apprentice has completed his Level 2
Employer Description:With over 30 years of industry experience, Deelis Roofing is proud to offer a complete range of roofing services to residential, commercial, and industrial clients across the South West. Our work is driven by a dedicated team of qualified professionals committed to delivering reliable, high-quality results on every project.
We take pride in our attention to detail and strong focus on customer satisfaction. Through long-standing relationships with leading manufacturers and suppliers, we’re able to provide the latest roofing solutions using trusted, high-performance materials.
Whether it's a simple repair, routine maintenance, or a full-scale roof installation, Deelis Roofing has the knowledge, resources, and proven experience to handle projects of any size with confidence and care.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pmSkills: Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Day to day the trainee roofer will be carry out the following tasks:
Remove or repair broken tiles or slates - stripping
Check the condition of roofs
Reasure the roof area to work out how much material is neededfit insulation
Cut and fit roofing felt
Cover roofs with slates, tiles, sheets or cladding
Apply waterproof membranes to flat roofs
Fit plastic or lead 'flashings' around chimneys, windows and walls
Seal roof joints with mortar
Working environment:
You could work on a construction site, at a client's business or at a client's home. Your working environment may be at height, dirty and outdoors in all weathers. You may need to wear safety clothing and use safety equipment.
Key learning / skills / general overview of expectations:
Working safely and being aware of key health, safety and welfare issues on site
Planning and carrying out their work to commercial standards of quality and speed
Moving, handling and storing resources, complying with relevant legislation and guidance
Interpreting and following verbal and written work instructions from trade supervisors and site managers
Selecting the required materials and resources to carry out the work
Setting up, checking and operating plant and/or equipment
Installing related materials and components to a given specification
Using, maintaining and storing hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
Accessing, interpreting and using drawings and specifications to carry out work
Training:
Highfields Level 1 - Introduction to Construction
Additional certificates:
Asbestos awareness
Fire warden
Working at heights
Manual handling
Cut off saw
CSCS (Red)
Functional Skills / GCSE:
Maths
English
Level 2 - Roofing Apprenticeship in one of the following disciplines:
Slate and tiles
Sheeting and cladding
Waterproof membranes
Qualifications are not mandatory for this standard, however, apprentices without Level 1 English and Maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 English and maths prior to taking their end point assessment.
For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeship’s English and maths minimum requirements are Entry Level 3, and the British Sign Language qualification is an alternative to English qualifications for apprentices for whom this is their primary language.Training Outcome:On completion of this standard, apprentices will be eligible for employment in the roofing industry as a craft operative.
Apprentices may progress to supervision and management appointments in roofing organisations.
Standard Review:
This standard will be reviewed three years after its implementation.Employer Description:Recognised as market leaders in the sector, our expertise, in-depth knowledge, and exceptional standard of work are qualities that bring us high levels of repeat business and personal recommendations.
The team handles small to large-scale projects nationwide and has a proven track record in the healthcare, educational, industrial, commercial and retail sectors, where we have established ourselves as the chosen partners of the likes of the NHS, Co-Op and Jones Lang Lasalle. Our large fleet of vehicles, plant and in-house scaffold service ensure that we can handle all the tasks and requirements of our contracts.
We are also members of the NFRC, Competent Roofer, Constructionline, Chas, British Safety council and Rospa as well as being fully committed to CSCS and active members of the Institute of Roofing.
SPV’s specialist team cover a range of roofing focused services, including:
Built up felt roofing
Mastic Asphalt
Metal roofing
Cladding
Slating and tiling
Liquid roofing
Drone surveysWorking Hours :Monday 8.00am - 4.00pm - (1/2 hour lunch), Tuesday 8.00am - 4.00pm - (1/2 hour lunch), Wednesday 8.00am - 4.00pm - (1/2 hour lunch), Thursday 8.00am - 12.00pm - (1/2 hour lunch), Friday 8.00am - 12.00pm and Saturday 8.00am - 12.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
On completion of this apprenticeship, roofers will be able to:
Work safely and be aware of key health, safety and welfare issuesWork to a market-leading standard with a full understanding of the latest roofing specifications
Move, handle and store resources, complying with relevant legislation and guidance
Interpret and follow verbal and written work instructions from trade supervisors and site managers
Select the required materials and resources to carry out the work
Set up, check and operate plant and/or equipment
Install related materials and components to a given specification
Use, maintain and store hand tools, power tools and associated equipment
Access, interpret and use drawings and specifications to carry out work
Training:Level 2 Roofer Apprenticeship Standard:
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
This occupation involves installing a range of roofing materials and products at height. It includes interpreting drawings, measuring and calculating the required amount of materials. Roofing work can involve anything from repairing a single tile or slate on a domestic property, to re-roofing public buildings such as schools, working on new build housing projects, or installing the roof on large commercial buildings.
Roofers can be on site from a few hours to a few weeks so this occupation should suit those who like to move workplaces on a regular basis.
The work is varied and would suit individuals who prefer working outside.
Your training with be held at Construction College Midlands (Birmingham - B30 3JH) in two week block periods. Training Outcome:
There is a full-time position offered to the right candidate
Employer Description:We partner with all of the top tier housing developers to provide excellent service & quality while maintaining an exemplary health and safety standards. We have been providing our services to the new build housing developers across the county for over twenty years.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness....Read more...
