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Meet Sarah: The Apprentice Carpenter Instead of heading to a traditional college, Sarah chose an apprenticeship in carpentry. Today, she’s working on major projects and building her dream career—literally! "I wanted to do something hands-on and creative. Carpentry lets me build things that last." ✨ Skilled trades gave Sarah the opportunity to earn while she learns. Interested in following her path? #SkilledTrades #Carpentry #CareerSuccess #EarnWhileYouLearn

Taylor & Francis Group are delighted to publish The Design and Installation Guide for Roof Tiling, a collaboration between the NFRC and the Roof Tile Association This new guide has been written and released in partnership between the RTA (Roof Tile Association) and NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) to provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date guidance for roof tiling available, covering all the information that budding tilers, and those with experience, need to know when they’re on the job.  The Design and Installation Guide for Roof Tiling is a crucial tool for those undertaking diplomas, apprenticeships, and certifications. Order your copy today at this link and make use of a 20% discount: https://lnkd.in/eJFpHKsg

The British Institute of Kitchen, Bedroom & Bathroom Installation (BiKBBI) CEO Damian Walters and Hannah Hockley of The Apprenticeship Partner join Tom Reynold at the Bathroom Manufacturers Association at InstallerSHOW to provide an insight into how and why bathrooms installers should consider taking on an apprentice.

𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 - 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 🎓 Education is at the core of the Scottish Decorators' Federation. We take pride in our long-standing heritage of promoting training and regulation within the painting and decorating industry. Our National Training Group, in partnership with CITB, provides all the post-apprenticeship training the industry requires, conveniently located for our members. Additionally, our Scottish Painting and Decorating Apprenticeship Council (SPADAC) was established in 2009 to meet industry needs. This partnership with CITB now registers 80% of CITB’s apprentices in Scotland. In 2011, we expanded further with the creation of the British Decorators’ Federation (BDF), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the SDF based in Leicester, offering even more opportunities for education and growth within the industry. #EducationAndExcellence #ScottishDecorators #IndustryTraining #SPADAC #CITBTraining #SkilledProfessionals #ApprenticeshipSupport #BritishDecorators

🧱 The Path to Becoming a Skilled Masonry Contractor 🧱 Becoming a masonry contractor is a journey that requires extensive education, hands-on training, and a commitment to mastering the craft. Here’s what it entails: 📚 Education: Aspiring masons often start with trade schools or formal apprenticeships, where they learn essential skills, safety protocols, and building codes. 🔧 Apprenticeships: These programs, typically lasting 3-4 years, blend classroom learning with practical, on-site experience, guided by seasoned professionals. 🕒 Dedication: Achieving mastery involves thousands of hours of practice, refining techniques, and understanding the unique properties of various materials. At Hoosier Masonry Solutions, we take pride in the dedication and expertise of our team. Their hard work and continuous learning ensure that we deliver top-notch masonry services on every project. Trust in the professionals who have invested in their craft to bring your vision to life.

This is mind blowing for me! My brother, Dean Donelon, Head of Construction at Tameside College talking on the Fix Radio Carpentry Show with Robin Clevett FIOC This is more or less a story of my life too, only told a lot more eloquently by my good friend. I remember that sunny night, walking over Tower Bridge too! Listen to Dean talk about his upbringing in construction and this trade of ours, and how he has grown and developed into not only an inspirational lecturer in FE, but the head of a hugely successful construction department at Tameside College. The show discusses the current route apprentices take through college, how they are taught and assessed, and the positives of bringing an apprentice from college onto site with you. It's a great listen if construction education is your thing. Dean also touches on recent comments made around apprenticeships from the Education Minister and appeals to you to consider teaching the trade at some point in your career. Both Dean Donelon and myself have over 30 years in the industry, and we both have one thing (amongst many other things) in common, we hate the "groove" that people fall into ... We hate the rut. We hate to stagnate in one place or one job/role for too long... We have both managed to find new routes and pathways to grow and develop in our industry, staying true to what we love and are both passionate about. Too many people in life say what other people want to hear. Grabbing onto straplines and pretending to be something they're not, just to try to get ahead and BS their way through life. Stay true to yourself. Find your passion and work at it. Nowt comes easy, but working at something you love, is never a chore.

I turned 46 today and am filled with a deep appreciation for my journey into this (often tough but satisfying) carpentry apprenticeship....the learnings, challenges and guidance of my coworkers. Here's a snapshot of this first few months in... 💚 #apprenticeship #womenintrades #womenincarpentry #womeninconstruction

There's no 'one size fits all' career pathway. That's why we work with our stakeholders, communities, and participants to develop tailored programs that meet their needs. The AGA Multi-Industry Pathway Program is a great example of our collaborative approach. #employment #skills #education #support #vocationaleducation #VET #vibrantfutures

Roofing Apprenticeship Day: Back to Basics, Building Solid Foundations at Redcar & Cleveland College Today was all about revisiting and reinforcing the essentials with our roofing apprentices. We started with a revision of last week’s Abrasive Wheels session and moved on to some hands-on training. The practical part of the morning focused on changing blades safely in cut-off saws and ensuring the apprentices are confident in safe cutting practices. Safety is always a priority, so we followed that up with training on working at heights and ladder safety. For the second half of the day, the apprentices tackled a wet verge with single lap tiles, getting hands-on with verge to verge installation. I also ran a masterclass demo on bedding ridge tiles, showing them how it’s done. (Not gonna lie it felt good showing them and they were well impressed once I finished laying ridge tiles proud teaching moment) A big shout-out to Ubbink UK Ltd Chris Green for supplying goodie bags and loads of materials! 🙌 Your support made today even better for our apprentices. I’ll try to take some photos next time—as you can imagine, it’s been a busy day! And It’s crucial that we master the fundamentals of roofing—like marking out and gauging tiles, or what I like to call the Bobby Basics—before we take on more complex and challenging roofs. Laying strong foundations today builds confident and skilled roofers tomorrow! 💪🏽 #RoofingApprentices #RoofingTraining #SafetyFirst #HandsOnLearning #BuildingTheFuture #RoofingFundamentals #SkillsDevelopment #ThankYouUbbink Connor Greet Emma Booth NFRC Roofing Today Magazine