Carpentry & Joinery Apprentice

Introduction

This apprenticeship provides practical training in workshop joinery, bespoke furniture manufacture and site carpentry while studying towards a foundation qualification in Carpentry with Waltham Forest College.

About the Employer

Eckford Chong is a London-based architecture practice, workshop and construction company specialising in bespoke residential, commercial and architectural projects. The apprentice will gain experience from concept through to manufacture and installation.

What You'll Do

• Measuring and marking timber accurately
• Using hand tools such as saws, chisels, planes and hammers
• Using power tools safely
• Cutting and shaping timber
• Making basic timber joints, such as butt, mitre and housing joints
• Constructing simple timber frames
• Installing doors, frames and skirting
• Fixing flooring and other timber components
• Reading basic drawings and measurements
• Checking levels, plumb and square
• Preparing and maintaining tools
• Keeping the work area clean and safe
• Following health and safety and PPE requirements
• Working under supervision and learning site procedures
• Recording completed work and developing evidence for your apprenticeship

Training Outcome

Successful completion may lead to roles including Qualified Carpenter, Bench Joiner, Bespoke Furniture Maker, Architectural Joiner or permanent employment with Eckford Chong Design Ltd.

Course Information

Course: Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

Level: 2

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends.

Expected Duration: 8 Months

Training Provider: WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE