Apprentice Carpenter / Joiner Location- Walsall area At Novus Property Solutions, we’re offering an exciting opportunity to start your career through our Carpentry/Joinery Apprenticeship Programme. This programme is designed to give you the practical skills, qualifications, and personal development needed to become a fully qualified Carpenter. You’ll be supported throughout your journey with structured training, hands-on experience, and guidance from experienced professionals, helping you grow and reach your full potential. What’s in it for you? Rates of pay - £8.00 per hour, with annual increases Potential salary earnings once qualified £36k Company van following successful probation period Working hours 39 per week (Monday to Friday) (inclusive of day release) 23 Days holiday & Bank Holidays Day release to attend college- paid On-the-job training Early finish Fridays Tools provided to do your job Accredited training to support your qualification Personal skills4life development Your own personal mentor What you can expect: As an apprentice, you’ll work alongside experienced tradespeople carrying out refurbishment work in customers’ homes. The focus of the role is on passive and active fire protection, including installing and maintaining fire doors and fire stopping systems. During your apprenticeship, you will: Achieve a Level 2 Carpentry/Joinery qualification Work towards FIRAS Technician certification as part of your 2 year journey Develop into a qualified carpenter specialising in fire protection What You’ll Learn Work Methods: Safe use and maintenance of tools and equipment Products & Installation: Fitting fire doors, fire stopping, and protective systems Preparation : Removing and preparing areas before installation Compliance & Regulations: Understanding fire safety standards and regulations for compliant fire door installation Technology: Learning how to use our Onetrace software to record and track completed works Health & Safety : Understanding workplace safety standards Teamwork : Collaborating effectively in small teams Communication : Building strong relationships with colleagues and customers What We’re Looking For We’re looking for motivated candidates who are eager to learn and develop in a hands-on role. Ideally, you will have: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4–9 / A*–C), although this is not essential More importantly, you will: Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude Be willing to learn and take on new things Enjoy practical, physical work Be a reliable team player Please note: This apprenticeship is not suitable for candidates who already hold (or are studying towards) a Level 2 qualification in Carpentry or Joinery. A DBS check will also be required to be taken. A little about us Novus Property Solutions is an award-winning, family-owned business with over 129 years of experience, delivering property maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance services across Great Britain. With 700 colleagues in 19 locations, we combine local expertise with national strength. We put people and communities first, creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. You don’t need to tick every box to apply, if this role sounds right for you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply Now - Don’t miss this opportunity to build a successful career with Team Novus. Application Deadline: 15 th May 2026 Recruitment Process: Telephone interviews: 05 th May 2026- 15 th May 2026 Assessment centre Wednesday 20 th May 2026, at our Birmingham Office Start date: August 2026