Summary
Are you looking to start your career in the manufacturing sector? Do you want to earn a salary whilst gaining experience and a qualification? We have an exciting opportunity for a Door Assembly Operative Apprentice. You will take part in woodworking and joinery with practical experience in manufacturing of bespoke doors and fire doors.
Wage
£16,640 a year
Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Hours
Monday- Thursday, 07:30 - 16:30. Friday, 07:30 - 15:30.
40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 16 February 2026
Duration
1 year 6 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
You will be fully trained in all of the following areas:
* To learn all aspects of flush fire door construction and how to use the processing machinery
* Cross cut
* Panel saw
* Veneer presses
* Sanding machines
* Lipping machines
* Glazing of doors
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Working to deadlines
* Working in an organised manner
* Working in a tidy environment
* Working within a team
* Learn to have pride in your work
* Working with and shadowing experienced colleagues
Where you'll work
UNIT 2 ROSE LANE IND ESTATE
ROSE LANE
LENHAM HEATH
MAIDSTONE
ME17 2JN
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Training course
Lean manufacturing operative (level 2)
Training schedule
* The level 2 Lean Manufacturing Operative Apprenticeship Standard is a multi-discipline programme, which encompasses a wide variety of job roles within the workplace
* This apprenticeship standard is delivered within the workplace, where the apprentice will complete a Level 2 Diploma in Manufacturing
* You will receive Functional Skills training in English and maths prior to your End Point Assessment if you do not already hold a GCSE Grade 4/C or higher (or equivalent qualification) in these subjects
* IPS will support and train the learner through the component aims with monthly monitoring and assessment visits to the workplace
* This will prepare the learner for the End-Point Assessment (EPA) that is required for this apprenticeship
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths and English (grade 3 and above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Problem solving skills
* Practical skills
* Work ethic
* Motivated
* Willing to learn
* Hardworking
Other requirements
Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules.
NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE Maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. The employer is not located by any public transport routes and so you will need to be able to reliably get to the employer's address.