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We want everyone to achieve their full potential. We provide the best apprenticeships industry wide.We are Barratt.

...OR IF YOU JUST WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT US – IT’S EASY!

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1 Apply online.

We advertise our Apprenticeship Programme vacancies and accept online applications during the spring and summer months so that you’re ready to start in September.

2 Register at our Future Talent site.

If you can’t wait until then, you can always register your interest at www.barrattfuturetalent.co.uk. Make sure that you choose ‘Apprenticeships’ as the career area you are interested in when signing up for email alerts.

3 Register with CITB.

We work in partnership with CITB, the Sector Skills Council for Construction. As part of our selection process you’ll also need to register with CITB. You can do this any time of year, so if you’ve not yet registered through CITB, visit bconstructive.co.uk/apprenticeships

Applying couldn’t be easier...

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The first thing you may be asking yourself is: who is Barratt? Well, you might not necessarily know us by name, but the chances are you’ve probably walked right past us on more than one occasion. That’s because we’re Britain’s largest homebuilder, and since 1958 we’ve been building homes all over the country – over 400,000 of them to be a little more precise.

We’re looking for people like you to help us grow, develop and reach new heights. That’s why we created our Apprenticeship Programme.

It’s a fantastic way to learn about the industry and open the door to a world of future career opportunities. What’s more, you’ll get to develop new skills while securing nationally recognised qualifications.

Barratt was the first housebuilder to use

TV advertising

We offer our apprentices an excellent rate of pay

We’ve beenbuilding homes for over50 years

We created over 3,000 new jobs last year

We reward you for hard work with our ‘Instant Recognition Award’

We have 27 divisions across the UK so plenty of room to expand your career

In 2014 our employees raised a total of

£61,700 for charity

We won ‘Housing Development of the Year’

at Castlewell in Ellon in 2014

So whychoose anapprenticeship with us?

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We’re exceptionally proud of what we do, how we do it and who we are. But it’s nothing compared to the pride we have for our people. They’re the ones who have truly helped us to become the UK’s biggest housebuilder.

They’re the reason why we secured more awards for quality workmanship than any other housebuilder at the NHBC ‘Pride in the Job’ awards. They’re the reason we’ve led the industry for 10 consecutive years. And they’re the reason why we’ve remained a 5 star housebuilder for the last six years running. Join us and you could be the reason why we stay the best.

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AN EXCITING FUTURE AWAITSThere are currently 2.9 million jobs in the Construction Industry – roughly 10% of all jobs in the UK – and that figure is set to rise.

What’s more, demand for new homes means that now is a perfect time to build the career that you’ve always wanted. So if you’re looking for a place where you can embark on a career that’s filled with opportunities and where you’re supported every step of the way – then welcome home.

Laying the foundations for a great career. If you’ve got passion, ambition and determination to succeed then we can give you the opportunity to shine. Why choose between a university/college education, or paid employment when you can have the best of both worlds?With a Barratt apprenticeship you’ll not only get to work towards industry-recognised qualifications, you’ll also get to experience practical on-the-job training with plenty of support and you’ll get paid for it!

Our Apprenticeship Programmes are run in partnership with CITB, the Sector Skills Council for Construction. It offers both formal and on-site training with experienced trade specialists, and programmes which go well beyond the standard S/NVQ syllabus.

You’ll combine professional training, both in and out of the classroom, with industry-recognised qualifications. Your development will be overseen individually by one of our Directors, showing you just how seriously we take supporting your training.

Many of our Site Managers and Divisional Directors started their careers as an apprentice – some are now at the top as Managing Directors of Divisions.

With hard work and energy you could be in that position long before your friends at university ever will be and you won’t have a massive debt to pay back either!

And it doesn’t stop once your apprenticeship is finished, there are plenty more options to choose from on our various programmes.

Hear more from people who’ve been

through the programme and are now in management.


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From apprentice through to management.Before we tell you about our programmes why don’t you hear from our current apprentices and from people who’ve been through the programme and are now in management.

KEVIN URQUHARTCONSTRUCTION MANAGER, SCOTLAND

Kevin started out as an Apprentice Joiner and with hard work and the right training he successfully worked his way up through the business and currently forms part of the Senior Management Team in the North Scotland division.

Kevin completed a four-year apprenticeship alongside a HNC in Construction Practice before continuing to work for a further two years in the industry where he decided he wanted to work in management. He became an Assistant Site Manager, for two years, before becoming a Site Manager. Working his way up the career ladder and completing more qualifications, with the help of Barratt, he’s now the Construction Manager in North Scotland in charge of 12 developments.

“Barratt has given me the opportunity to further my career in the industry from apprenticeship to senior management within a forward thinking company and a positive and fair employer”.

BEN STEWARTCONTRACTS MANAGER, SCOTLAND

“I joined the Barratt Homes apprentice programme straight from school. I completed an ONC, HNC and then a Degree in Construction Management. In 1999 I was promoted to Setting Out Engineer and again in 2001 to Site Manager.

During my role as Site Manager in 2006 I won an NHBC ‘Pride in the Job’ award. In 2006 I was promoted to Contracts Manager and I manage a team of Site Managers over various developments. Barratt have always given me the support and training to advance my career”.

STUART TAYLORAPPRENTICE JOINER

“I’m currently in my first year of the apprenticeship programme and am rotating between classroom and workshop-based sessions at College and time on site at Barratt. I’ve been working on roughing and finishing joinery and I’ve learnt a huge variety of skills already.

I’ve felt really well supported from day one with Barratt Homes; staff on site and in the office have been really welcoming, and I know I’ll learn a lot from them throughout the course of the apprenticeship”.

GARY OWENSAPPRENTICE JOINER

“I’m currently in my first year on the apprenticeship programme, having started earlier this year, and already I’ve become familiar with a number of the different stages of house building. I have worked on first and second fixes, and in particular enjoyed cutting and fitting skirting, ironmongery and hanging doors. I’ve been made to feel really welcome by all the team on my site and have learned a great deal from them.

The apprenticeship is four years long in total, and throughout that time I’ll also be attending college to supplement the practical side of things with classroom-based learning. Further down the line I’d like to progress to management by training to become an Assistant Site Manager.”

ROSS BLACKSITE MANAGER, SCOTLAND

“This was a role which I had never even heard of let alone considered as a career! The potential in the role appealed to me as well as the success of previous people that had followed that path, so I accepted without hesitation when the offer came through”.

Ross gained some valuable experience from other Managers and Contracts Managers who he worked with and went on to complete various academic qualifications which were funded by Barratt whilst training as Assistant Site Manager. He’s now Site Manager on one of our largest Aberdeen developments.

“I hope that now I can pass on my experiences and what I have learnt to new apprentices to make sure that they fulfil their ambitions with their careers with Barratt Homes”.


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CRAIG MACLEANASSISTANT SITE MANAGER, SCOTLAND

“I joined Barratt as a Building Technician in 2007. During my training, I achieved a HNC in Building Technology at College, I then went on to successfully complete a BSc in Construction, Design and Management.

I gained a huge amount of experience and knowledge from various Site Managers and Contracts Managers I have worked under whilst at Barratt”.

APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR - JAMIE JOHNSTONEAPPRENTICE JOINER (3RD YEAR)

Jamie won the Apprentice of the Year Award in 2014 and, in his words, it was one of the proudest moments of 2014.

“It’s great to have an apprenticeship with a company that has so much experience. Time spent at college is valuable too and the support provided by Barratt throughout the apprentice programme is fantastic.

I would recommend Barratt to anyone looking for an apprenticeship. Once you are qualified you have the opportunity to move onto their Academy training programme to become an Assistant Site Manager, and perhaps in years to come the next Construction Director! The opportunities available are second to none”.

CONOR DICKIEAPPRENTICE PLUMBER, SCOTLAND

It’s not only the apprentices that think our scheme is good; their parents do too. Conor Dickie is training as a plumber and his parents think it’s a great opportunity for him to learn new skills, here’s what they said:

“Our son Conor had work experience within the draughtsman’s office of an oil company and on completion of this he felt he would prefer a more practical and hands on job.

In the school holidays he volunteered to work with a local plumber and it was from there he decided to apply for an apprenticeship with Barratt Homes. Since joining the company he has had the opportunity to learn new skills whilst working on site and gain qualifications at college too”.


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So what can you choose from?

INTERMEDIATE TRADE APPRENTICESHIP – FIRST 2 YEARSDuring this two year programme, you’ll mix college study with practical training to achieve Level 2 SVQ and Diploma qualifications and a valuable trade as a Bricklayer, Plasterer, Electrician, Carpenter, Plumber, Maintenance Operative or Painter and Decorator.

Your Barratt training package goes above and beyond the standard syllabus and all on-site and work-based training is provided by dedicated and experienced trade specialists. As well as good rates of pay, we offer other incentives as recognition for your hard work.

You’ll need a good all-round education including National Qualifications 4-5 or equivalent and the ability to work in all weathers.

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ADVANCED TRADE APPRENTICESHIP – FURTHER 2 YEARS If you’re as ambitious as we think you are, you’ll probably want to go all the way. That’s why our Advanced Trade Apprenticeship allows you to take your trade training up to level three by continuing your college attendance and on-site training and assessment for a further two years. Then, when you’re ready, we’ll give you the additional training you’ll need to prepare you for a supervisory role and progression onto our Assistant Site Manager Programme.

Again for this role you’ll need National Qualifications 4-5 or equivalent.

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ASSISTANT SITE MANAGER & FOUNDATION DEGREE PROGRAMME When you’ve completed your Apprenticeship you’ve got a number of options.

• Work for Barratt permanently • Work for one of our sub-contractors

If you work for us you could progress into site management on any of these routes:

• Assistant Site Manager Programme • Site Manager Programme • Foundation Degree Programme

Our Foundation Degree Programme run in partnership with Sheffield Hallam University where you’ll have the option to complete a degree at a later date if you decide that route might be right for you.

You’ll still have the benefits of learning at work but will leave the business for four, one-week teaching blocks at university each year. Each of these programmes are structured and designed to prepare you for the big job of managing one of our developments.

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TECHNICAL & COMMERCIAL PROGRAMMEAt the end of your apprenticeship if you want to continue your development then you can progress onto this specialist programme. This will be individually tailored so that you can focus on your chosen career in a Surveying, Buying, Design or Technical discipline. Here you’ll benefit from structured learning and continuous development that will give you the skills and professional qualifications that could take you right up to Director level.

TECHNICAL ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIP – 2 YEARS This two-year apprenticeship consists of a Level 3 SVQ where you’ll be learning and putting into practice the technical elements as you go. This will be combined with achieving a BTEC in a Contracting Operations Pathway (Buying, Surveying, Technical Support or Supervision) through attending college. Throughout this you’ll have the full support of your mentor and colleagues. We’ll also make sure you have complete knowledge of our whole business by spending time in other departments.

And to turn you into an expert in your field, you’ll complete individually tailored training modules from our Technical and Commercial Programme. You’ll need National Qualifications 4-5 or equivalent and be committed to hard work and study. Equally important is your personality, because you’ll be working with lots of different people (on-site and in offices) and be given quite a lot of responsibility. On completion you could move onto our Technical and Commercial Programme.


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THE SURVEYING DEPARTMENT Simon Swainson works as a Quantity Surveyor within the Commercial Department and his role covers a wide range of activities including:

• Estimating and setting budgets before works start on a site

• Valuations and certifications of payments to suppliers

• Preparing final accounts on completion of sites

• Management of clients extras

“ Good numeracy, organisation, time management / ability to work to deadlines, and strong interpersonal skills are just some of the key attributes you would need to succeed in this role”.

THE BUYING DEPARTMENT Jackie Anderson is a Chief Buyer for Barratt and her job provides a service which is often the backbone of the organisation and includes;

• Sourcing and supplying raw materials along with tools, machinery and office supplies

• Establishing the best price from our suppliers and agreeing a delivery schedule

• Communicating and building relationships with our current suppliers and sourcing alternative suppliers

“ I have worked in procurement for many years and fingers crossed in May this year I will be CIPS qualified (Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply) I enjoy the day-to-day challenges of the role, and it’s always great when you get the best value for money”.

At Barratt we have lots of departments you could choose a career path in, some of these include;• Surveying • Technical • Buying • SalesHere’s a quick look at what some of them do.

Lots of careeroptions tochoose from.

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APPLYING TO BE A BARRATT APPRENTICE COULDN’T BE EASIER...

...OR IF YOU JUST WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT US – IT’S EASY!

@BarrattApps barrattfuturetalent barrattfuturetalent.co.uk

1Apply online

We advertise our Apprenticeship Programme vacancies and accept

online applications during the spring and summer months so that you’re ready to start in September.

2Register at our

futuretalent site.If you can’t wait until then, you can

always register your interest at www.barrattfuturetalent.co.uk.

Make sure that you choose ‘Apprenticeships’ as the career area you are interested in when signing

up for email alerts.

3Register with CITB.

We work in partnership with CITB, the Sector Skills Council

for Construction.

As part of our selection process you’ll also need to register with CITB. You can do this any time of year, so if you’ve not yet registered through

CITB, visit bconstructive.co.uk/apprenticeships

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