Location
Enfield site - 79 Windmill Hill, EN2 7AF, London. Apprentices must reside in Enfield, Barnet, Haringey, or Waltham Forest at the start of the programme. Attendance at Carshalton College (SM5 2EJ) one day per week during term time is required.

Hours
Full-time apprenticeship with on-site work and college attendance one day per week during term.

Salary
£30,000 per annum

About the Role
This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in plastering, painting and decorating, tiling, and general finishing work on construction projects while completing the Finishing Trades Foundation Apprenticeship (Level 2). Based within the construction/finishing trades team, you will support the delivery of high-quality finishing works across various projects, developing your technical skills and industry knowledge. Under supervision, you will assist with preparation of work areas, support tradespeople in finishing activities, learn correct use of tools and materials, maintain a safe and organised working environment, and follow health and safety procedures. You will attend college training and complete all associated coursework. This role is designed to train and develop you into a competent and reliable tradesperson with the opportunity to progress into a full-time skilled role upon successful completion. You will gain a recognised Level 2 qualification in Finishing Trades and develop a strong understanding of construction site operations and standards.

Experience
No prior experience required. A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to learn are essential.

About you
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team with a positive attitude. Reliable with good timekeeping and organisational skills. Basic understanding of health and safety in a working environment. Practical, dependable, motivated to learn, and able to work efficiently in a physically demanding environment. Must reside in Enfield, Barnet, Haringey, or Waltham Forest at the start of the programme and be willing to attend Carshalton College one day per week during term time.

Qualifications
No formal qualifications required to start. Commitment to completing the Level 2 Finishing Trades Foundation Apprenticeship and associated college coursework is mandatory.

Skills Required
Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical thinking
Team working
Initiative

Training Provided
Structured on-the-job training under supervision of experienced tradespeople and site supervisors. Guidance, demonstrations, and support across plastering, painting and decorating, tiling, and other finishing trades. Regular feedback and progress reviews. Emphasis on health and safety, correct use of tools and equipment, and maintaining high-quality standards.

Additional Information
Work may be physically demanding and take place indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions with early starts. Reliable travel is essential. Successful completion may lead to a full-time skilled operative role with opportunities for further qualifications and career progression.