As a Level 2 General Welder Apprentice you will be working with metals in order to create high strength welds in two welding positions, using at least 1 arc welding process.

Typically, within this varied job role, your roles and responsibilities will include-

• Working to make high strength joints between two or more parts. This is done through using high electrical energy in order to form an arc. This allows you to create engineered goods.

• Quality checking your work to meet standards including carrying out visual inspection and dimensional checks.

• Ensuring that the process and products produced meet quality standards and are produced to a timely schedule.

• Complying with health and safety regulations and procedures, wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.

• You can expect to be producing components for cars, ships, rail vehicles, containers and steelwork for bridges, buildings and gantries.

You can be working in fabrication shops, assembly yards, construction and building sites, factories and operational facilities which require maintenance and upgrade. You could also be employed by supply chain companies, a direct owner or operators.

As an apprentice you need to be employed for at least 30 hours a week and you will attend college one day a week.

You will be building up a portfolio of evidence throughout the duration of the programme to support you when you reach the End Point Assessment (EPA) stage of the apprenticeship which involves three parts:

• A knowledge testformed of 30 multiple-choice questions relevant to all welders and specific welding questions in relation to the theoretical part of the knowledge/ skills modules selected by the employer. The test takes place over 60 minutes.

• A practical/ oral examination– This involves you being observed by an independent assessor completing the series of tasks. It will take place over six hours and during this time the independent assessor will ask you at least four questions regarding the tasks you are carrying out and how it relates to your role as a welder.

• An interview underpinned by a portfolio of evidence-This involves an independent assessor looking at your knowledge of the occupation and assessing if your behaviour meets the requirements specified in the standard. You will be asked at least six questions and the interview will last at least 45 minutes. You will use the portfolio of evidence you have built up over the programme in order to support you with the interview questions.

For more detail on the Apprenticeship standard for this qualification visit the Institute of Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

Upon completion of this course you may wish to progress onto the Plate Welding Level 3 Apprenticeship or choose to progress onto full time employment in the industry.

Once qualified and certified you have the opportunity to work around the world in a range of environments.

You can discover all the opportunities available to you by exploring the full list of careers in the Construction industry.

4 GCSEs at grade D/3 or higher including English or maths OR a Level 1 related qualification PLUS grade D/3 or higher in English or maths.

Or the ability to demonstrate ability to this level through initial assessments.

Relevant work experience will also be considered, entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.

For this course we are looking for Enthusiasm for the subject area, Commitment to study (attendance, punctuality & behaviour), Be able to work independently and as part of a team, work well individually and as part of a team, Adhere to health and safety at all times, Commitment to regularly collecting evidence from your workplace to support your portfolio

If you would like to enquire for this Apprenticeship, please click 'Enquire' in the top right, follow the steps, and our Apprenticeship Team will be in touch with you. Alternatively, you can explore our current vacancies on the 'Apprenticeship Vacancies' page and apply now.

If you are already employed then please contact our Apprenticeship Team on 01524 521483.

Course code: A30061-A1A