Andy
- Job title
- Apprentice Carpenter
- Job
- Carpenter
“The best part of the programme is the work we do on site. I enjoy practical work and putting theory into practice. Seeing a job through from start to finish is really rewarding.”
- Why did you choose to take up an apprenticeship?
I choose to take up an apprenticeship so I could become a fully trained and qualified Carpenter. I have always been interested in the building trade and the opportunity to be able to become a qualified carpenter whilst earning a living was a real bonus.
- What attracted you to the industry?
I have friends who are currently working in the industry and they all really enjoy what they are doing. I also really like how flexible this type of career can be.
- What attracted you to your company?
It is a large corporate company with developments all over the southern half of the UK, they are well known within the industry and this was a real draw for me. I also felt that this would be a company I could build a career with.
- Are you enjoying the programme?
Yes I really enjoy the programme – it is good fun.
- What is the best part of the programme?
The best part of the programme is the work we do on site. I enjoy practical work and putting theory into practice. Seeing a job through from start to finish is really rewarding.
- What do you like most about working at your company?
The opportunities and support we are offered in order to progress.
- Would you recommend other people follow the same route?
Yes definitely.
- What are your career aspirations when the course finishes?
When I have finished my course I would like to go on to being a Trainee Site Manager and hopefully work my way up the career ladder from there.
Richard
- Job title
- Apprentice Carpenter
- Job
- Carpenter
“The mix of learning at college and practical work on site is really good and everyone on site is great to work with. I couldn’t ask for more.”
- Why did you choose to take up an apprenticeship?
After looking into the apprenticeship programmes on offer I felt that this would be a better way to learn a trade gaining qualifications whilst putting the learning into practice.
- What attracted you to the industry?
I have a lot of family and friends working in the industry and seeing the work they do really interested me.
- What attracted you to the company?
It’s a local company, so means I could work locally to where I live. After looking into the company I was really happy with what I saw and thought it was a great place to work.
- Are you enjoying the programme?
Yes.
- What is the best part of the programme?
The mix of learning at college and practical work on site is really good and everyone on site is great to work with. I couldn’t ask for more.
- What do you like most about working here?
Everything from being on site and dealing with my employers to attending company events. I like everything about the company and I couldn’t fault it.
- Would you recommend other people follow the same route?
Definitely.
- What are your career aspirations when the course finishes?
I would like to get a job with contractors in Woolston. In the future I would like to own my own company. I have another 4 months on level 2 and then I want to complete my level 3.