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Application Process
Applying for one of our Apprenticeship Training programmes is straightforward but will require some research and preparation from you!
Please see the steps of our application process below.
Step 1 – Apply Online
Complete our online application form to register your interest in a plumbing, gas or electrical apprenticeship. Please make sure you that you use an email address you access regularly, as we will be emailing you further information!
Step 2 – Assessment
Shortly after applying you will receive log in details to complete some online assessments. This assessment tests basic skills and knowledge that are relevant to working in a construction environment such as basic maths skills, English comprehension, mechanical reasoning, spatial awareness. There is also a prior knowledge assessment to ensure you are eligible for the apprenticeship.
Step 3 – Interview
If you successfully pass the assessment stage, you will be invited for an interview with. Our interviews are held in person at our office in Bristol, BS4 3QF, and you will be sent details of the date, time and how to get to our office via email. If you are a school leaver you will also be asked to send in your school grades (or predicted).
Step 4 – Offer Stage & Employment
If you pass the interview stage, you will receive a ‘conditional offer’ from us. This offer is on the condition that you secure employment before the start of training programme. Please see the finding an employer section for hints and tips on how to secure employment for your Apprenticeship.
We offer advice and guidance sessions to successful applicants and can support with getting your cv employer ready and give you lots of advice on maximising your chances of finding an employer.
We will also try match you to any vacancies that come through to us from our employer networks.
Step 5 – Starting your Apprenticeship
Once you have found an employer, we will get in touch with them to ensure they can offer you the support and range of work needed to enable you to complete your apprenticeship. We will then issue the paperwork required to complete the necessary enrolment process. We will also tell you, and your employer, the dates you will be at college.