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Carpentry level 2 apprenticeship

P Deare Carpentry & Joinery LTD · Plymouth · posted 19 May 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Carpentry and joinery (level 2)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
30 August 2026
Positions
1

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The Apprenticeship in Carpentry consists of:

  • Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery Standard (Site)
  • Construction Skills Health, Safety and Environment test - CSCS Test
  • As part of the apprenticeship programme, attendance is required at our Skills Group training centre for one day per week. All other aspects of the qualification will be delivered on-site by the employer. You will have regular visits every six to eight weeks from your designated Skills Group assessor, who will monitor your progress during your apprenticeship training
  • Whilst at the Skills Group training centre, you will learn the necessary skills and gain experience to help you throughout your role. Part of your training will be knowledge and theory-based, whilst the rest will be practical

Your training

Carpentry and Joinery Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:

  • Whilst at the Skills Group training centre, you will learn the necessary skills and gain experience to help you throughout your role. Part of your training will be knowledge and theory-based, whilst the rest will be practical
  • As an additional qualification, you will also achieve your Emergency First Aid and Health and Safety Certificate, along with Internet Safety and Safeguarding
  • As part of your apprenticeship, Skills Group will also support you to complete your online CSCS test, which will enable you to apply for your CSCS Card. This shows that you are at the required competent level to carry out site work with the employer

Where it leads

On completion of your Level 2 apprenticeship with the company, an opportunity to apply for a full-time post may be offered to the right learner, and progress onto level 3.

About P Deare Carpentry & Joinery LTD

Phil Deare is the owner and runs a highly experienced Company with all aspects of the construction industry. Phil Deare is based in exeter but has apprentices in Plymouth and surrounding areas. At present 95% of Phil Deare workload is based on renovating and maintaining social housing throughout Plymouth, exeter, paigton, and newton abbott.They have undertaken and completed many projects in the past both large and small, completing all projects on time to a very high level of workmanship, which you would expect from a team with many years of experience and knowledge. Phil Deare Ltd have previously been very involved with supporting learners through work experience and/or their apprenticeships and are passionate about providing opportunities to those who want to start a career in Carpentry. They have had apprentices in the past and currently.

Things to consider

You must be a good team player with the motivation to succeed within a busy construction industry. The successful applicant will need to be reliable, hardworking and enthusiastic with a genuine interest in the carpentry sector.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsPresentation skillsTeam workingInitiativeNon judgementalPhysical fitness

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 1-9) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 1-9) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Western Wood Way, Langage Business Park, Plympton, Plymouth, PL7 5BG

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