“The candidates we’ve hirec through this program hit th ground running with real sk and genuine enthusiasm.”
Sarah Chen
Hiring manager, JCB
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Week 1
ENROLMENT, FIRST DAY ASSESSMENT PROCESS
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Health and safety training opens doors. Follow the steps and you'll have it within two weeks. Your ID and qualifications get you there.
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- Apprentice
- labourer
- Industry Placement
Skills Certification Scheme) shows that you have the right training and knowledge to work safely on a construction site. Most construction employers require workers and apprentices to hold a valid CSCS card before starting on site. Before you start your apprenticeship with us, you will need to gain a CSCS card.
If you are enrolling onto the following; Bricklaying level 2, Groundworks level 2, Civil Engineering Technician level 3, Construction Quantity Surveying Technician level 4, Construction Site Supervisor level 4, Construction Design & Build Technician level 4 or Civil Engineering Senior Technican level 4. You will need to gain a CSCS Apprentice Card.
If you are enrolling onto the following; Plant Operations level 2, Construction Support Technician Level 3, Building Services Engineering Senior Technician level 4. You will need to gain a CSCS Labourers card.
If you are enrolling onto the Onsite Trades Foundation Apprenticeship, you will need to gain an industry placement CSCS card.
How do I get a CSCS Apprentice card?
- You must pass either the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test or a one-day Construction Health
and Safety Awareness course. - The CITB Health, Safety and Environment test can be booked online at a test centre local to you. Click the link below, which will take you to the booking website. You will need to choose the ‘Operatives’ test.
- Alternatively, AccXel offer a one-day Construction Health and Safety Awareness course. To book onto our next date, contact the apprenticeship team.
- Once you’ve passed either test, you will need to send your score report and national insurance number to the apprenticeship team.
- The apprenticeship team will then apply for your card
for you and notify you when it has arrived for collection.
How do I get a CSCS labourer card?
- You must pass both the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test or a one-day Construction Health and Safety Awareness course.
- The CITB Health, Safety and Environment test can be booked online at a test centre local to you. Click the link below, which will take you to the booking website. You will need to choose the ‘Operatives’ test.
- AccXel offer regular one-day Construction Health and Safety Awareness course. To book onto our next date, contact the apprenticeship team.
- Once you’ve passed both tests, you will need to send your score report and national insurance number to the apprenticeship team.
- The apprenticeship team will then apply for your card for you and notify you when it has arrived for collection.
A CSCS card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) shows that you have the right training and knowledge to work safely on a construction site. Most construction employers require workers and apprentices to hold a valid CSCS card before starting on site. Before you start your apprenticeship with us, you will need to gain a CSCS card.
If you are enrolling onto the following; Bricklaying level 2, Groundworks level 2, Civil Engineering Technician level 3, Construction Quantity Surveying Technician level 4, Construction Site Supervisor level 4, Construction Design & Build Technician level 4 or Civil Engineering Senior Technican level 4. You will need to gain a CSCS Apprentice Card.
If you are enrolling onto the following; Plant Operations level 2, Construction Support Technician Level 3, Building Services Engineering Senior Technician level 4. You will need to gain a CSCS Labourers card.
If you are enrolling onto the Onsite Trades Foundation Apprenticeship, you will need to gain an industry placement CSCS card.
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Marcus Thompson Director,
BuildRight Ltd
“These applicants understand what we need and come prepared for every conversation we have.”
Marcus Thompson Director,
BuildRight Ltd
FAQs
Find answers to common questions about applications and interviews
When should I apply?
Applications open in September and close in March. We recommend applying early to secure your preferred start date. Late applications may still be considered depending on availability.
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CSCS BOOKING FORM
Book your CSCS test quickly and confidently. Complete the form below to request your slot - we’ll confirm your booking shortly. The costs of test is covered. We recommend that all of our apprentices complete this course, if you need a Labourer’s card this test is a mandatory requirement.
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