Apprentice Window Fitter

About this opportunity

Cheshire View Home Improvements have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic apprentice to work alongside their experience installers and learn the art on fenestration installation.

A normal day would include:

• You will be paired up with an experienced installer and given full training on how to fit a variety of windows, PVCu doors, composite doors, bi-folds, french doors and conservatories
• You will ensure that the new windows fit the space available, enlarging or reducing the space if necessary
• If existing windows must be removed, you will use hand and power tools to remove the windows
• Training will be given on correct installation methods which is in-line with building regulations, as well as Health and Safety regulations. You will also undertake your fenestration installation apprenticeship standard for the duration of your apprenticeship
• You will be using a variety of different tools, including hand and power tools
• The work can involve working at heights, using ladders and scaffolding, and some heavy lifting so please bare this in mind when applying for the position
• You will be working indoors and outdoors and can involve some work in various weather conditions
• It is rare but there may be some working away from home which the company will explain further at interview
• Fenestration work is completed in weathers and conditions; we ask applicants to be aware of seasonal variation in work

How you will be supported
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

GCSE grades 3/D or above or Level 1 in functional skills

Personal Qualities

• Enthusiasm
• Hard working
• Confidence
• Well presented
• Reliable
• Excellent timekeeping
• Drive and determination to push yourself to succeed
• Labourer experience and advantage
• An understanding of H&S in a building environment needed

Skills

• Good practical skills
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• The ability to work well as part of a team
• Be safety conscious
• Be physically able, with the strength to carry tools and materials
• Be able to measure and make calculations