Summary At Bellway, our people drive our success. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can thrive. We offer flexibility and adjustments to help you succeed - just ask us how. We are recruiting for Apprentice Bricklayers in the North London division – Ruislip/Barking. Wage Competitive Competitive wage offered Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Bricklayer (level 2) Hours 39 hours per week. Exact shifts to be confirmed. 39 hours a week Start date Thursday 3 September 2026 Duration 1 year 6 months Positions available 2 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’ll work in our Construction team and learn to: Assist with building or repairing brickwork in accordance with building plans Ensure the provision of safe, efficient and cost-effective works at all times Analyse and interpret building drawings and specifications Maintain structures, walls and foundations using various types of bricks Cut and trim bricks using hand and power tools Receive and complete work orders delegated by site management and assist in delivering them to the required timescales Restore, clean, or paint existing brick structures Solve problems with the use of various materials and methods Work effectively as part of a team and with other trades Where you'll work East Midlands Leicester LE19 1YG Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider NHBC SERVICES LIMITED Training course Bricklayer (level 2) Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab) What you'll learn Course contents Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance. Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE). Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal. Comply with industry regulations, standards, and guidance. Read and interpret information from drawings and specifications. Estimate and select required resources: For example, the quantity of bricks and blocks, mortar, wall ties and insulation. Prepare and maintain a safe working area. Select and use hand tools. Maintain and store hand tools. Set out brick and block cavity wall to given tolerances, including an opening. Construct a stretcher bond brick and block cavity wall with return and opening to given tolerances, including installing a lintel with soldiers, brick and edge sill, closure around opening, insulation, fire stopping, cavity tray, damp proof course (DPC) and weep holes. Apply joint finishes: For example, half round, flush, weather struck and recessed. Set out and construct a simple brick solid wall with capping. Gauge and hand mix mortar to ratio. Measure and cut bricks and blocks using hand tools, to given tolerances. Carry out a simple repair: For example, replacing damaged bricks. Protect materials and finished work. Verbally communicate with others, applying construction terminology. Follow equity, diversity and inclusion guidance. Applies team working principles to their own and the wider build team. Identifies well-being support available to self and others. Construct a brick wall with raking cut. For example, gable end wall or garden wall with raking cut. Comply with health and safety regulations, standards, and guidance. Identify and use personal protective equipment (PPE). Comply with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal. Comply with industry regulations, standards, and guidance. Read and interpret information from drawings and specifications. Estimate and select required resources: For example, the quantity of bricks and blocks, mortar, wall ties and insulation. Prepare and maintain a safe working area. Select and use hand tools. Maintain and store hand tools. Set out brick and block cavity wall to given tolerances, including an opening. Construct a stretcher bond brick and block cavity wall with return and opening to given tolerances, including installing a lintel with soldiers, brick and edge sill, closure around opening, insulation, fire stopping, cavity tray, damp proof course (DPC) and weep holes. Apply joint finishes: For example, half round, flush, weather struck and recessed. Set out and construct a simple brick solid wall with capping. Gauge and hand mix mortar to ratio. Measure and cut bricks and blocks using hand tools, to given tolerances. Carry out a simple repair: For example, replacing damaged bricks. Protect materials and finished work. Verbally communicate with others, applying construction terminology. Follow equity, diversity and inclusion guidance. Applies team working principles to their own and the wider build team. Identifies well-being support available to self and others. Construct a brick wall with raking cut. For example, gable end wall or garden wall with raking cut. Training schedule Qualification Level 2 Bricklayer Training Your training will be delivered by NHBC at their dedicated training hubs, using a block release model. Depending on your allocated hub, you’ll typically stay away from home for 1–2 weeks every 12 weeks. All travel and accommodation will be organised and funded by Bellway. Requirements Desirable qualifications GCSE in: English (grade 4/C) Maths (grade 4) Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know. Skills Attention to detail Team working Initiative Non judgemental About this employer Bellway is a FTSE 250 house builder, headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, which operates 23 trading divisions across England, Scotland and Wales. The company has grown from a family firm, established more than 75 years ago, into a respected national brand. Bellway began as a small family business in 1946 - with a passion for building exceptional quality homes in carefully selected locations, inspired by the needs of real families. To this day, we maintain these same core values, combining our decades of expertise with the level of personalised care that Bellway is known for. After this apprenticeship By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career along with practical experience and a nationally recognised qualification. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: NHBC SERVICES LIMITED The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000014943.