Carpentry Apprentice
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you looking for a career in carpentry?
Due to our continuous growth, Hillstone Homes ltd are looking for an apprentice carpenter to join our team. The responsibilities will include working with our experienced carpenters in all aspects of residential carpentry, 1st fix, 2nd fix and cutting in roofs. This is a great opportunity to join a small but rapidly expanding company.
This role is supported by the Level 2 Carpentry Apprenticeship provided by LAT Apprenticeships and training will be on a day release basis and will take place every Thursday at The Halley Academy, Corelli Road, London, SE3 8EP.
Upon successful completion you will be awarded a level 2 qualification in Carpentry and as a rapidly expanding company, the hope is that the successful candidate will want to stay with Hillstone Homes after completing this apprenticeship.
Further training will be available with the possibility of higher level apprenticeships offered.
Desired skills and personal qualities:
Communication skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness.
Things to consider:
This role will require you to consistently work at multiple locations, mainly in Kent.
Hillstone Homes has an established reputation for building exemplar homes within Kent. With a combined 50 years’ experience in the housing development industry, we are seasoned in building exceptional, beautiful and homely developments. These range from stylish conversions, starter homes, and luxury housing all around the Kent area.
If you are looking to gain key skills in carpentry and feel that you would be a great addition to Hillstone Homes - APPLY NOW!
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Salary: £16,640.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):
- What grades did you achieve in English and Maths?
- What interests you about this role?
Work Location: On the road
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: Primary & Secondary Schools
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Carpentry Apprentice roles across LAT Apprenticeships at Hillstone Homes'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 Primary & Secondary Schools.
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 £16,640 - £16,640 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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