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Foundation Carpentry Apprenticeship
Foundation apprenticeships are introductory courses that help young people get started in an industry. You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply.
Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship. If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:
- Have an EHC plan
- Are in care or have been in care
- Are in prison or have been in prison
Wage
- £12,480 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
- National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
- The hourly wage will initially be £10.85. Potential increase after 1 year
Training Course
Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm, shifts, may work evenings and weekends. 30 hours a week
Start Date
Thursday 1 October 2026
Duration
8 months
Positions Available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- Measuring and marking timber accurately
- Using hand tools such as saws, chisels, planes and hammers
- Using power tools safely
- Cutting and shaping timber
- Making basic timber joints, such as butt, mitre and housing joints
- Constructing simple timber frames
- Installing doors, frames and skirting
- Fixing flooring and other timber components
- Reading basic drawings and measurements
- Checking levels, plumb and square
- Preparing and maintaining tools
- Keeping the work area clean and safe
- Following health and safety and PPE requirements
- Working under supervision and learning site procedures
- Recording completed work and developing evidence for your apprenticeship
Where you'll work
UNIT 5 KUBRICK BUSINESS ESTATE
STATION APPROACH
LONDON
E7 0HU
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Training
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Training Provider
WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE
Training Course
Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship (level 2)
Training Schedule
The apprentice will attend Waltham Forest College, located at 707 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB, as part of their apprenticeship training.
- 1 day per week at college
- On-site college-based training
The remaining days will be spent working with Eckford Chong, gaining practical experience and developing carpentry skills in the workplace.
Training will support the apprentice in building the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to successfully complete their apprenticeship.
More Training Information
As part of the apprenticeship, you will work towards a Foundation Carpentry Apprenticeship, combining college-based learning with practical workplace experience at Eckford Chong.
Your training will help you develop skills in:
- Communication - speaking clearly and listening to others
- Teamwork - working well with colleagues and contributing to a group
- Time management - meeting deadlines and organising your workload
- Reliability - being punctual, responsible and completing tasks
- Willingness to learn - being open to feedback and developing new skills
- Problem-solving - thinking through problems and finding solutions
- Adaptability - being able to handle new tasks and changes
- Organisation - keeping work, information and tasks organised
- Basic digital skills - using computers, email and common software
- Confidence – asking questions and taking part in discussions
- Attention to detail - checking your work and avoiding mistakes
- Professionalism - having a positive attitude and behaving appropriately in a workplace
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You will attend Waltham Forest College one day per week, with the remaining days spent at Eckford Chong gaining hands-on experience and applying your learning in a real workplace.
This apprenticeship will give you a recognised qualification, valuable practical experience and transferable skills to support your future career in carpentry.
Requirements
You do not need to have any specific qualifications or experience to apply for a foundation apprenticeship.
Other Requirements
None.
About this Employer
Eckford Chong is a London-based architecture practice, workshop and construction company specialising in bespoke residential, commercial and architectural projects. The apprentice will gain experience from concept through to manufacture and installation.
https://www.eckfordchong.com (opens in new tab)
Company Benefits
None.
After this Apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Successful completion may lead to roles including Qualified Carpenter, Bench Joiner, Bespoke Furniture Maker, Architectural Joiner or permanent employment with Eckford Chong Design Ltd.
Ask a Question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE
apprenticeships@waltham.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000049809.
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Anyone between 16 and 21 can start a foundation apprenticeship. If you're between 22 and 24, you can start if you:
- Have an EHC plan
- Are in care or have been in care
- Are in prison or have been in prison
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