Bricklaying is a core function within construction, particularly the house building sector. Bricklayers lay bricks, blocks and other types of building components in mortar to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches and other structures e.g. chimney stacks. They might also refurbish brickwork and masonry on restoration projects.

Bricklayers lay bricks, blocks and other types of building components in mortar to construct and repair walls foundations partitions arches and other structures e.g. chimney stacks. They might also refurbish brickwork and masonry on restoration projects. The range of sites and projects that bricklayers will work on include large commercial developments new builds in housing alterations extensions and restorations.

Are you looking to launch your career as a bricklayer? This apprenticeship could be perfect for you. There is high demand within the construction industry. As an apprentice you will have a job and earn a wage whilst building up knowledge and skills within the construction industry, specifically in brickwork.

This introductory practical course is for people interested in learning the basic principles and techniques of laying bricks and blocks. Students will learn what a cavity wall is and how to build one, also learn the theory of mortar mixing and have an introduction to drawing specifications. The introductory practical course you've described is tailored for individuals interested in acquiring basic skills and knowledge in bricklaying and blocklaying. Here are the key components and outcomes of the course: Basic Principles and Techniques: Participants will learn the foundational principles and techniques of laying bricks and blocks

During the 1 year course, learners will have the opportunity to develop their essential life skills such as communication, numeracy and IT skills whilst also attending additional sessions to help improve their employability. With a successful completion of the Level 1 Certificate in Multiskills, learners will have the opportunity to apply for a foundation course in any one of the four core trades. The three core trades are: Carpentry, Painting and Decorating, and Brickwork. Course attendance will be three days a week at college.

Apprentice - Level 2 in Decorative Occupations This will include: how to store materials and equipment effectively and safely, how to erect and work safely on platforms, preparing surfaces for decorating, applying paint materials by brush and roller and applying standard wallpapers to non-complex surface areas.

T Levels are new two-year, Level 3 study programmes that will follow the study of GCSEs and Technical Awards at Key Stage 4 and offer an attractive alternative to A Levels and Apprenticeships. T Levels will combine classroom theory, practical learning and a minimum 315 hours of industry placement with an employer to make sure students have real experience of the workplace. During the two-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge that underpins each industry, and they will also develop occupationally specific skills that will allow them to enter skilled employment within a specific occupation.

This course is ideal for you if you wish to become a Bricklayer and are new to the construction industry, or if you are currently working in an associated role, that provides assistance to qualified professionals. The apprenticeship is perfect for demonstrating your competence, because it is a measure of your ability to carry out a range of brickwork skills, to criteria that has been set by the industry. The qualification is nationally recognised by the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS), which will enable you to gain the CSCS Blue Card.

The Bricklayer Apprenticeship Standard will develop your employability skills and give you valuable experience of a variety of routine bricklaying-related activities. You will attend college one day per week on this course and work for your employer for the remainder of the week.