Summary
A Slating and Tiling Apprenticeship is a practical, hands-on apprenticeship that teaches you how to install, maintain, and repair roofs using slate and tile materials. It’s ideal for those who enjoy working outdoors, using tools, and contributing to the construction of new buildings and the restoration of existing ones.
Wage
£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training course
Roofer (level 2)
Hours
Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm.
40 hours a week
Start date
Friday 14 November 2025
Duration
2 years
Positions available
3
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
* Preparing roof surfaces and installing insulation
* Laying and fixing natural and artificial slates, plain tiles, and interlocking tiles
* Cutting and fitting materials to match roof shapes and structures
* Installing ridge tiles, verge, and valley systems
* Using tools and equipment safely
* Reading roof plans and technical drawings
* Working to health and safety standards on construction sites
Where you'll work
82 POPLAR CLOSE
PLYMOUTH
PL7 2GE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED
Training course
Roofer (level 2)
Training schedule
Level 2 Roofer apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills in English and maths if required.
Workplace: With employers in and around Plymouth
Training: Delivered at our Plympton, Plymouth training centre
(Attendance is required for 2 days every 2 weeks.
Requirements
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Problem solving skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Physical fitness