Bricklaying Apprenticeship
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Position Overview & Specifications
Watts Construction are recruiting for a bricklaying apprentice to join the team.
Known for exceptional standards and attention to detail, Watts specialise in delivery of high-end extensions and new builds through to listed and heritage projects.
The successful candidate will spend their time split between working on site with our team of experienced tradesmen and attending college to complete a level 2 Bricklaying qualification.
Based in Crowborough, we operate in and around the surrounding area and so applicants are expected to have their own transport and be able to commute to different locations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Working alongside experienced tradesmen
- Preparation of materials and equipment
- Multi skilled tasks and general site labouring
- Learning how to select and safely use the correct tools, equipment and materials to complete tasks
Candidate Requirements:
- Local to Crowborough
- Have your own transport and be able to commute to different locations
- Work well in a team or on your own initiative
- Motivated and hardworking
- Good attention for detail and quality finish
- Excellent time keeping and attendance.
- Good communication skills
Required Qualifications:
- Qualifications required for this role include GCSE’s grades A – C
- GCSE Maths and English minimum grade of C / 4
Hours of Work:
8.25hrs per day (Monday to Friday 7.30am – 4.15pm)
Fridays finish 15mins early, this is paid
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Apprenticeship Level: Intermediate (level 2)
Future Prospects:
After completing Level 2 qualification there may be opportunity to progress onto Level 3.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £8.00-£10.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Bricklaying Apprenticeship roles across Watts Construction Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £8 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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