This programme focuses on a flexible structure that provides a variety of opportunities for you to develop knowledge skills and behaviours transferrable within the Construction and Building Trades, (Plastering, Joinery and Bricklaying).These transferrable sector related skills are essential for progression at Level 1 in the preferred specialist trade (for example Level 1 Bricklaying).
You will study a range of topics including:
Plastering
Brick
The structure of the programme focuses on developing knowledge of the bricklaying, plastering and site carpentry trades and provides you with the opportunity to make informed decisions about your progression in further education and employment.The units have been designed explicitly to meet your learning needs in terms of content, assessment and progression.Work experience will develop knowledge gaps of working as a team. Independent thinking, reflective practice, communication, customer care, problem solving and organisation skills will be provided.Enrichment activities are planned to provide a holistic approach to ensuring you have the opportunity for personal and professional development.There is a variety of competitions to get involved with including the Skills Show at NEC Birmingham, World Build Skills Competition and Inter- College Competitions.
A commitment to the courseand a passion for working in Construction.
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing learn@dearne-coll.ac.uk or by calling 01709 513355.
Material and tools are provided bythe college for practical work,however all learners will need toprovide safety footwear, somefunding may be available to assistwith this.
“I get to learn new skills that will help me get a job doing something I enjoy.”
Alexei Johnson Level 2 Bricklaying, former student at Wingfield Academy
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2021-22 or 2022-23. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
“I get to learn new skills that will help me get a job doing something I enjoy.”
Alexei Johnson Level 2 Bricklaying, former student at Wingfield Academy
The construction sector is ideal for those who like working outside, enjoy working practically and use their initiative to get things done.
Construction Labourers prepare building sites and assist trade workers with manual jobs once work starts.
Mark out and dig trenches for foundations and drains, lay concrete and put up panels to hold concrete in place as it sets, bend and fix bars to reinforce concrete structures and keep tradespeople on site supplied with materials.**
Construction sites for a variety of building projects across a range of physical areas.
*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
Construction Managers oversee building projects for quality, safety, timeliness and completion within budget.
Review building plans, hire staff and organise work schedules, ensure the site has the material its needs, monitor the timeline and cost of the project, ensure quality and health and safety is maintained throughout and report progress to clients.**
You could work at a client’s business or on a construction site.
*EMSI 2021 **nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
In-demand skills that commonly appear in job descriptions for roles within the construction sector include*:
“I get to learn new skills that will help me get a job doing something I enjoy.”
Alexei Johnson Level 2 Bricklaying, former student at Wingfield Academy
“My favourite part of college is the hands-on, practical learning and the staff make it a great environment to be in.”
Sharoz Hussain Entry Level 1 Joinery, former student at Oakwood High School
