Apprenticeships in Skilled Trades (Level 2-7)

Browse construction and built environment apprenticeship standards in England. Filter by level and provider availability, then click into any standard to see details and training providers.

ApprenticeshipLevelDurationMax fundingProviders

Bricklayer (level 2)

Laying bricks, blocks and other types of building components in mortar to construct and repair walls…

Building service engineering foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

Building Service Engineer (BSE) relates to low carbon heating, refrigeration air conditioning and he…

Building services engineering ductwork installer (level 2)

Assembling, installing and repairing ductwork made from a wide range of materials.

Building services engineering installer (level 2)

Installing large-scale environmental system components for heating and cooling industrial and commer…

Carpentry and joinery (level 2)

Using timber products to create and install building components.

Commercial thermal insulation operative (level 2)

Applying insulation and cladding materials.

Construction assembly and installation operative (level 2)

Assembling and installing manufactured components to agreed design specification and tolerance.

Construction plant operative (level 2)

Check, prepare and operate a number of construction machines (known as plant) that is used onsite in…

Demolition operative (level 2)

Carrying out the process of demolishing or part-demolishing structures ranging from standard brick a…

Dual fuel smart meter installer (level 2)

Safely installing, exchanging and maintaining smart meters, explaining to customers how they work an…

Facilities services operative (level 2)

Providing facilities services support to customers and facilities management departments.

Fencing installer (level 2)

Installing different types of fences, gates and barriers, across a broad cross-section of different …

Fenestration installer (level 2)

Installing a wide range of replacement and new build fenestration products in a property or structur…

Finishing trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

Finishing trades relates to painters and decorators, wall tilers and floor layers.

Fitted interiors installer (level 2)

Preparing and installing fitted furniture including kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms and offices.

Floorlayer - textile and resilient (level 2)

Installing carpets, vinyl, linoleum and rubber.

Preparing, installing and managing all stages of the formwork and falsework processes.

Groundworker (level 2)

Interpreting design specifications to prepare a construction site ready for structural building work…

Highway electrical maintenance and installation operative (level 2)

Installing and servicing electrical support structures, equipment and systems on roads and motorways…

Highways maintenance skilled operative (level 2)

Working on rural and urban roads to repair damaged surfaces.

Hire controller (plant, tools and equipment) (level 2)

Providing specialist plant, tools, machinery or equipment on short or long-term hire.

Interior systems installer (level 2)

Installing, repairing and maintaining various elements of the internal structure of a building.

Lead traffic management operative (level 2)

To coordinate, install, maintain and remove TTM equipment and systems.

Lifting technician (level 2)

Preparing and operating different cranes to lift and place a variety of loads in the workplace.

Lightning protection operative (level 2)

Install and maintain lightning protection and earthing systems.

Mastic asphalter (level 2)

Lay mastic asphalt on to a wide range of surfaces and structures.

Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)

Onsite construction relates to bricklayers, carpenters, joiners and plasterers.

Painter and decorator (level 2)

Working in domestic and commercial properties and undertaking the decoration and protection of build…

Piling attendant (level 2)

Assisting in driving, boring and forming piles in the ground in order to provide firm support for bu…

Preparing walls and ceilings for decoration and finishing.

Property maintenance operative (level 2)

Ensuring that buildings are in a safe working condition.

Road surfacing operative (level 2)

Surfacing and resurfacing vast stretches of the public and privately owned highway network.

Installing a range of roofing materials and products.

Erecting, altering and dismantling scaffolding, to allow other trades to work safely at height from …

Steel fixer (level 2)

Assembling and installing steelworks required to strengthen reinforced concrete structures.

Steeplejack (level 2)

Conduct routine inspections, maintenance tasks and minor planned and responsive repair works to buil…

Install new natural sustainable and ethically sourced stone or conserve, repair or replace existing …

Telecoms field operative (level 2)

Build, provide or repair telecom services for commercial or residential customers on the UK's Nation…

Tunnelling operative (level 2)

Building the underground tunnels needed for services such as rail lines and water works.

Wall and floor tiler (level 2)

Tiling walls and floors.

Wireless communications rigger (level 2)

Supporting the UK’s cellular network and its infrastructure.

Apprenticeships FAQ

Who are these apprenticeships for?

These construction and skilled trades apprenticeships are for people in England who want to earn while they learn in roles like bricklaying, carpentry, HVAC, and more.

How long do apprenticeships usually take?

Most Level 2–3 apprenticeships take 12–36 months, depending on the trade and the training provider. Higher levels can take longer.

Do I need qualifications before I apply?

Entry requirements vary by standard, but many Level 2 apprenticeships only require basic GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent functional skills.