NORTHAMPTONSHIRE HOUSEBUILDERS ARE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR NEW TRADE APPRENTICES

Barratt and David Wilson Homes are continuing their positive work to support local employment, by creating 13 new roles to develop talent across Northamptonshire in the construction industry.

Barratt Homes Northampton aims to recruit eight new trade apprentices, and David Wilson Homes South Midlands aims to recruit five new trade apprentices specialising in bricklaying or carpentry and joinery to work across its developments in Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Cambridgeshire.

The vacancies come as part of the 15th annual National Apprenticeship Week, which takes place between 7th and 14th February and celebrates the benefits of apprenticeships for individuals, businesses and the wider economy.

National Apprenticeship Week is a celebration of apprenticeships across England and is a time to recognise and applaud apprentices across the country.

Throughout its 15 years, National Apprenticeship Week has brought together apprenticeship supporters from across the country with MPs, ambassadors, apprentices, training providers and top employers involved in recognising the value and importance of apprenticeships.

Amer Alkhalil, Managing Director at Barratt Homes Northampton, said: “The construction industry is continuing to grow and this is an exciting time for anyone with an interest in housebuilding to join a market leading company.”

John Dillon, Managing Director at David Wilson Homes South Midlands, said: “As the country’s leading housebuilder we are absolutely committed to developing raw talent and I believe that we have a duty to provide these kinds of apprenticeship opportunities.”

The new trade apprentices, who start in September, will learn skills in bricklaying or carpentry from experienced tradespeople for four days a week.

They will also spend one day a week at college undertaking a qualification in their chosen field.

All programmes are well structured and tailored to individual needs. Apprentices will receive encouragement, support and guidance to help them develop, giving the skills and qualifications for a successful career.