Are you looking to develop your trade as a bricklayer? Then Helme & Hallett may have the ideal opportunity for you to join them as an Apprentice Bricklayer. This is a fantastic chance to develop your trade in a supportive, professional environment while working toward your Bricklayer Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification.

What you will learn:

• You will gain hands-on experience across real construction sites, learning the full range of bricklaying skills needed to become a competent tradesperson
• You’ll work alongside skilled bricklayers learning tasks such as blockwork, cavity walls, foundations, pointing, setting out, and interpreting drawings.

This apprenticeship is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, being outdoors, and building structures that will last for decades.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with building and repairing walls, foundations, drainage, partitions, and other brick/block/stone structures
• Learn to read and interpret drawings, plans, and site instructions
• Mix mortar, handle materials, and maintain a clean, safe working area
• Support the team with setting out, measuring, and preparing work areas
• Follow all health & safety procedures on site
• Work collaboratively with the bricklaying team to deliver high-quality workmanship
• Develop skills in brick & blockwork, cavity wall construction, pointing, jointing, and finishing techniques

Who you will be:

• Someone to will be able to travel to sites reliably
• Someone who has a genuine interest in construction and hands-on work
• Someone with an enthusiasm to learn and develop practical skills
• Someone with a positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Someone with the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Someone who has ideally already achieved a college diploma in bricklaying

Key Skills:

• Good attention to detail
• Has pride in work
• Willingness to learn
• Physically Fit
• Positive Attitude
• Punctual
• Reliable
• Strong Focus
• Team Player
• Good communication
• Time-management skills

Working Week: 40 hours per week on a rota – 5 days per week from Monday to Sunday with one day at college in Crawley

Salary: £16,640 per annum in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (please see further information below)

Qualifications: GCSE Math and English minimum grade 2 required.

Future Prospects: There is potential to develop long-term employment with Helme & Hallett on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

About the employer: Helme & Hallett are a respected brickwork and construction company known for delivering high-quality builds across West Sussex and the surrounding areas. With a strong focus on craftsmanship, reliability, and attention to detail, we work on a wide range of projects — from residential builds and extensions to Listed building restoration.

Joining our team means learning from experienced tradespeople who take pride in producing work that stands the test of time. We maintain a directly employed core team of tradespeople and so are looking for someone who will do well and stay with our team for many years to come. For further information please visit: https://www.helmeandhallett.co.uk/

What you need to know:

• This apprenticeship is for 2 years and 3 months apprenticeship including end point assessment.
• You MUST BE free from full time education to be eligible to apply for an apprenticeship.
• You MUST BE resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK.
• You MUST BE resident in the area local to the apprenticeship opportunity or be prepared to relocate in time to start employment and study.
• You MUST BE committed to completing the full apprenticeship
• Transport will be essential to travel to sites reliably
• Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage applies so starting salary will depend on apprentice age in the first instance.
• Job role will start on successful recruitment although the apprenticeship learning will start in October 2026.

Further Information: Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (ANMW): The National Minimum Wage for Apprentices is £8.00 per hour (As of the 1st April 2025). This is the legal minimum pay per hour applying to 16- to 18-year-old apprentices and those aged 19 and over in the first year of their apprenticeship. For apprentices 19 or over who have completed their first year and are continuing their apprenticeship, the National Minimum Wage appropriate to their ages applies.

Pay: £16,640.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Haywards Heath RH17 5EL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Why are you interested in becoming an apprentice bricklayer?
• Why do you feel you are suitable for this apprenticeship?
• What previous experience do you have in the construction industry?

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Location:

• Haywards Heath RH17 5EL (preferred)

Work Location: In person