Find an apprenticeship

Becoming an apprentice can be the start of a career that lasts a lifetime

The first thing you should do is find out which career you are interested in. There are over 100 different apprenticeships in construction, ranging from hands-on things like bricklaying, plastering or flooring to more technical, planning, or supervisory roles.

Entry Level Requirements

There are often entry level requirements for apprenticeships, but don’t worry if you haven’t met the requirements, there are still options available.

You could complete a foundation (Level 1) and / or progression (Level 2) full-time trade course with your local college or training provider. This could then lead into an apprenticeship with an employer.

If you have met the entry requirements for an apprenticeship course you won’t need to complete the foundation and/or progression first.

Your college, training provider or university will list course entry criteria on their website.

Getting started

  1. Visit the construction apprenticeships section of the Go Construct website for more information on how to find an apprenticeship, roles available and real-life stories of those already in the industry.

  2. Look for opportunities on sites such as Go Construct Careers , Apprenticeships.scot or Apprenticeship Vacancy Service

  3. If you are offered an interview, research the company and think of questions that you could ask them

  4. Dress smartly for your interview and aim to arrive at least 15 minutes before your interview time to give your potential employer a good impression.

Which nation do you live in?

If you’re applying for an apprenticeship at one of our NCC locations at Bircham in Norfolk or Erith in Kent you should complete the CITB apprenticeship application form . The simple to complete form allows you to choose up to two trades or crafts that you'd like to do your apprenticeship in.

If you already have an employer lined up for your apprenticeship, you will need to include their details.

For all other areas please contact your local training provider or college.

If you’re applying for an apprenticeship in Scotland you should complete the CITB apprenticeship application form. The simple to complete form allows you to choose up to two trades or crafts that you'd like to do your apprenticeship in.

If you already have an employer lined up for your apprenticeship, you will need to include their details.

A CITB Apprenticeship Development Officer (ADO) will be able to support you with your new employer or let you know if they find a vacancy that matches your skills.

Once you’ve secured an apprenticeship your ADO will organise your enrolment with a specialist college or training provider and support you throughout your apprenticeship.

If you’re applying for an apprenticeship in Wales your local training provider will be able to support you.

If the trade you are interested in is not covered by a local training provider and you’d like CITB to support you please complete the CITB apprenticeship application form. The simple to complete form allows you to choose up to two trades or crafts that you'd like to do your apprenticeship in.

If you already have an employer lined up for your apprenticeship, you will need to include their details.

Once you’ve secured an apprenticeship, a New Entrant Support Team (NEST) adviser can work with your employer, college or training provider to support you throughout your apprenticeship.