Apprenticeship Scheme

Apprenticeship Scheme

Specialist Group has been providing joinery apprenticeship programmes since 1988.

This investment has created a unique culture of knowledge sharing and innovation, enabling the company to further promote its distinct brand of elite joinery.

Our Academy

Our Academy, based at Specialist HQ, is a standalone facility comprising a manufacturing shop floor, computer-aided design suite, canteen, offices and meeting spaces.

The course is delivered by a team of experienced professionals who are involved in every aspect of Specialist Group’s operations.

Our intake of apprentices is limited to eight per year, ensuring each individual benefits from one-to-one mentoring and engaging group projects. These teach the foundations of our craft, inspire innovation and develop valuable problem-solving skills.

We view our Academy as an investment in our ability to deliver client satisfaction. While providing apprenticeships is a fundamental step in retaining our craft skills base, it also delivers wider benefits in terms of employee engagement, retention and commitment.

“We’re growing people for the growth of the business. Apprenticeships are the future.”

Why Choose the Specialist Apprenticeship Route?

• Benefit from structured learning and development.
• Work in an engaging environment.
• Receive one-to-one mentoring.
• Gain practical experience and job-specific skills.
• Develop your problem-solving skills.
• Earn as you learn.
• Develop your CAD skills.
• Establish yourself within a successful company.
• Become part of the Specialist family.
• Learn through NVQ Level 2 accredited training providers.

Future Career Opportunities

Apprentices are provided with an ideal mix of formal training, on-the-job experience and long-term career progression opportunities.

Graduates from our Apprenticeship Academy can go on to pursue careers across different areas of the business, including:

• Logistics Planning
• Surveying
• Estimating
• Accounts
• And many more

“Many former Specialist Group apprentices can now be found in strategic management roles; our motto is look after your staff and they will look after your customers.”

Apply for an Apprenticeship

Download the Specialist Academy Application Form

For more information, visit the careers section of our website or contact Specialist HQ:

• Email: Careers@specialist-group.co.uk
• Telephone: 028 7964 3021

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