What will the apprentice be doing on site

We have a unique and exciting opportunity for a creative and dedicated apprentice to join a specialist stained glass company as part of the team involved in designing, restoring and conserving stained glass windows. The apprentice will be working with multiple materials and working towards a level 2 Lean Manufacturing qualification.

Working both in the studio workshop and then out on site, the apprentice will be involved with carrying out design and restoration commissions, some of their work involving glass as early as the 14th century.

As well as working with glass, the apprentice will work with metal and wood, repairing casements and ferramenta as well as applying protective processes to prolong the life of window panels.

This is a very rare opportunity to learn and develop heritage skills and become part of a specialist craft.

The role will be intricate and will take a real eye for detail to include:

•Traditional templating, cut-lining, glass cutting, lead-working, soldering, cementing

•Metal frame fabrication

•Restoration of traditional metal and wood framing and fixing systems

•Working with power tools and specialist fabrication equipment

•Site working, including installation and deinstallation of stained glass and plain glazing

•Learning the principles of protective glazing design, fabrication and installation

•Working closely with our conservators and stained-glass artists

•Working safely in line with current Health and Safety regulation

Are there restrictions

The successful candidate will need to drive and have their own car and a full UK license. Due to the nature of the work, priority will be given to applicants aged 18+

What sort of candidate are you looking for

•Someone with a passion and pride in working with your hands, and for high quality workmanship

•A natural team player with an appetite for learning from others

•Someone willing to work at height and in all weathers, from scaffolds and ladders: full training will be given

•Someone whose practical skill and desire to do work that contributes to the future of our heritage will matter more to us that your qualifications

•Someone who is over 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in the UK

•Someone with a full clean driving license

Essential qualities

Attention to detail

Desirable qualities

Able to work independently but as part of a small team.
Good communication skills.
A keen problem solver.
Ability to follow established rules and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Hard working
Conscientious
Keen to get on

Qualifications Required

Grade 3/D Maths and English GCSE or equivalent qualifications.

Relevant information about the site

The site is in a rural location so own transport will be needed and a driving license will be necessary.

There will be some work at heights.