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LEARN FLOURISH BUILD WEST LONDON’S CONSTRUCTION PROSPECTUS 2021-22
LEARN
FLOURISH
BUILD
Construction is vital to the economy. We all need homes to live in, as well
as offices, workplaces, shops, music venues, cinemas, stadiums, stations,
hospitals, cafes… the list of buildings we need and use is long.
Construction has stood up well to Coronavirus. It is one of the few industries
that has weathered the challenges and taken Covid-19 in its stride. One thing
that people in construction do well is solve problems, so taking on a challenge
and beating it is second nature to the best builders. The Government also
recognises construction as a priority industry and has kept it open for business. The Mayor’s Construction Academy (MCA) aims to help more Londoners train
Your route to join one of the largest sectors of the economy and become in the skills they need to access construction sector vacancies on the capital’s
one of London’s best builders starts here. This prospectus features the housing construction sites. Site-ready workers are needed right now.
training courses and programmes on offer from five of West London’s top To help deliver the skills and workers needed by London’s construction
construction training providers who have teamed up to showcase what they employers the Mayor’s Construction Academy has set up a series of Hubs,
have to offer to you. across London.
The training providers are: The MCA has also launched:
Build Training A Quality Mark, that identifies and recognises high-quality construction skills
training, the curriculum, routes into employment and strong links with employers.
Harrow & Uxbridge Colleges Hubs to help Londoners, employers, training providers and the organisations
supporting them to work collaboratively - enabling more people to enter
MIT Skills training and find jobs.
West London College Investment for equipment and facilities to support the delivery of high-quality
construction training in London.
West Thames College
These training providers work collaboratively, are firm supporters of
the Mayor’s Construction Academy and provide high-quality pathways How to contact the West London Hub:
into construction.
Barry Mortimer, West London Hub Coordinator
b.mortimer@wlc.ac.uk
@WestLondonMCA
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ARE YOU A LEARNER AGED 16 OR OLDER?
IF SO, BUILD CAN OFFER YOU ROUTES
INTO THE WORLD OF CONSTRUCTION.
We work closely with our learners so they your ability, background or career history, CONSTRUCTION: ENTRY LEVEL TRAINING Level Enrolment
can develop a steady career and progress we will work with YOU to achieve your
Construction Skills: Bricklaying 1 Immediate
within their chosen field. More importantly, career goals. All we ask is that you have the
Construction Skills: Employability 1 Immediate
we understand the challenges that YOU attitude and desire to succeed and want
face in everyday life and as you enter the to move your career in a new direction. Construction Skills: Building Maintenance 1&2 Immediate
world of work. Construction Skills: Electrical Installation 1&2 Immediate
Take control of your future today and
Construction Skills: Painting And Decorating 1 Immediate
We pride ourselves in making sure you see what BUILD can do for your career
achieve your personal goals and get to prospects. Construction Skills: Plastering 1 Immediate
where you want to be. No matter what Construction Skills: Plumbing 1&2 Immediate
CSCS Test Immediate
Environmental Awareness 1 Immediate
Health & Safety for a Construction Environment 1 Immediate
contact@buildtraining.co.uk “I went to BUILD because I didn’t CONSTRUCTION: COMMERCIAL COURSES Level Enrolment
0208 573 2002 have much to do. I thought it Diploma in Plumbing and Heating 2&3 Immediate
@build_training
would be a bit rubbish to be Diploma in Electrical Installation 2 Immediate
honest, but it wasn’t. I have Fenestration Installation 2&3 Immediate
www.instagram.com/build_training
never been to a place where Glass Processing 2 Immediate
www.buildtraining.co.uk you got so much help.” Fenestration Surveying 3 Immediate
Ben
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We offer a range of full-time and part-time Our lecturers and technicians bring
construction and building services courses expertise and knowledge from working
on our campuses in Uxbridge and Harrow. as tradespeople in the industry. Learn the
Whatever your starting point we have got practical skills you need, keep up to date with
you covered, from beginners’ courses at Level latest technologies and gain insights to help
1 through to university level, higher technical you progress in this ever growing sector. Plus,
qualifications at Levels 4/5 at our West benefit from our links with employers and
London Institute of Technology. industry experts.
We also offer apprenticeships so you can Our advisors will help you find the right
gain your qualification and earn a wage courses to suit your needs and aspirations.
at the same time. We will help you find
We also help employers respond to local
an apprenticeship vacancy or talk to your
and regional priorities in the sector with
employer about converting your existing job
recruitment and training opportunities and
into an apprenticeship.
advise on any funds that can be accessed.
You will learn your trade and develop your Get in touch to find out more.
professional skills in our purpose-built,
industry-standard workshops fitted out with
the very best tools and equipment.
“I decided to join the college because of its good reputation and
excellent facilities. The workshops I practise in, are well-equipped
with the latest machinery and we have knowledgeable technicians.”
Fanzal Fernandes – EAL Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation
LOOKING TO START
Harrow College Uxbridge College
YOUR CAREER IN THE
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY, Giles
Strachan Giles Strachan
gstrachan@uxbridgecollege.ac.uk gstrachan@uxbridgecollege.ac.uk
WANT TO RESKILL,
01895 853653 01895 853653
LEARN A NEW SKILL TO
EXPAND YOUR EXISTING @HarrowCollege @UxbridgeCollege
KNOWLEDGE, OR THINKING @HarrowCollege @UxbridgeCollege
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HARROW COLLEGE AND
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UXBRIDGE COLLEGE ARE
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HERE FOR YOU! www.harrow.ac.uk
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CONSTRUCTION COURSES Campus Level Enrolment Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Engineering (General Engineering) U 4 October
Diploma in Construction Skills H 1 September Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Engineering (Mechanical
U 4 October
Engineering)
Diploma in Plumbing H 1 September
CONSTRUCTION: COMMERCIAL COURSES Level Enrolment
DIY Skills for Beginners: PT Evening H September
BMS Control Systems: Theory & Programming U 2&3 September
Diploma in Plumbing: PT Evening H 2 September
C&G 2382-18 18th Edition Wiring Regulations U 3 April
Diploma in Plumbing H 2 September
C&G 6189-57 NVQ Plumbing & Heating APL U 2 Flexible
Plumbing NVQ Conversion from Diploma: PT Day H 2 September
C&G 2391-52 Award in Initial and Periodic Inspection and Testing
U 3 September
Diploma in Electrical Installation H 1 September of Electrical Installations
Electrical Installation - Buildings and Structures H 2 September EAL Diploma in Electrical Installation U 2 September
Electrical Installation - PT Evening H 2 September EAL Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation U 3 September
Access to Building Services Engineering U 1 September C&G 2357-44 NVQ in Electrical Installation: Bridging Course U 3 Flexible
Extended Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment U 2 September EAL 1605 NVQ in Electrical Installation: Bridging Course U 3 Flexible
National Extended Certificate in Construction and the Built Environment U 3 September Pearson HN Flex in Construction and the Built Environment U 4 April/Sep
C&G 2929-02 Award in Domestic, Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment
Diploma in Plumbing Studies U 2 September U 3 September
Installation
Diploma in Advanced Plumbing Studies U 3 September U
Diploma in Plumbing Studies: Evenings 2 September
EAL Diploma in Electrical Installation U 2 September U
Experienced Worker Assessment – Electrical Installation 3 Flexible
EAL Advanced Diploma in Electrical Installation U 3 September BTEC National Diploma in Electronic/Electrical Engineering
U 3 September
(Year 1 of a 3-year course)
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment U 5 September
Introduction to CNC Machining: Part-time Evening U April
BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction and the Built
U 4 September
Environment - Building Services Engineering Introduction to Machining: Lathes: Part-time Evening U May
BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction and the Built
U 4 September CONSTRUCTION APPRENTICESHIPS Level Enrolment
Environment - Construction
BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction and the Built The Plumbing and Domestic Heating Apprenticeship (Standard) U H 3 September
U 4 September
Environment - Heating & Ventilation Building Services Design Technician - Design Tech Advanced
U 3 September
BTEC Higher National Certificate in Construction and the Built Apprenticeship (Standard)
U 4 September
Environment - Civil Engineering Installation Electrician / Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship
U H 3 September
BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Construction and Built (Standard)
U 5 September
Environment - Heating & Ventilation U
Construction Site Supervision Apprenticeship (Standard) 4 September
BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Construction and Built
U 5 September Digital Engineering Technician (Standard) U 3 September
Environment - Civil Engineering
C&G 8202-30 Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installation H 3 September ENGINEERING: COURSES / APPRENTICESHIPS Level Enrolment
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technician – Machinist Apprenticeship (Standard) U 3 September
U 4 October
Engineering - PT Day - Year 1 of a 2- year course
Engineering Technician – Mechatronics Apprenticeship (Standard) U 3 September
C&G (8202-35) Advanced Technical Diploma in Plumbing U H 3 September
Engineering Technician – Technical Support Apprenticeship (Standard) U 3 September
Diploma in Engineering Technologies U 1 September
Engineering Design and Draughtsperson Apprenticeship (Standard) U 3 September
BTEC National Foundation Diploma/Extended Diploma in Engineering U 3 September
Engineering Fitter Apprenticeship (Standard) U 3 September
BTEC National Foundation Diploma/Extended Diploma in Mechanical
U 3 September Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Standard) U 3 September
Engineering
BTEC Higher National Diploma in Engineering (General Engineering) U 5 October Engineering Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship (Standard) U 4 September
BTEC National Foundation Diploma/Extended Diploma in Electrical/ Automation and Controls Engineering Technician Apprenticeship (Standard) U 4 September
U 3 October
Electronic Engineering
Pearson BTEC Higher National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical
U 5 October
Engineering) Full or Part-time
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate in Engineering (Electrical and
U 4 October
Electronics)
BTEC First Extended Certificate in Engineering (Electromechanical) U 2 September U Uxbridge Campus H Harrow Weald Campus
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CONSTRUCTION: ENTRY LEVEL Level Enrolment
Construction Skills: Plumbing 1 Immediate
Construction Skills: Bricklaying 1 &2 Immediate
Construction Skills: General Maintenance 1 &2 Immediate
Construction Skills: Electrical Installation 1 &2 Immediate
Construction Skills: Employability 1 Immediate
Health & Safety for a Construction Environment 1 Immediate
CSCS Test Immediate
Environmental Awareness 1 Immediate
CONSTRUCTION: APPRENTICESHIPS Level Enrolment
Property Maintenance Operative 2 Immediate
Carpentry and Joinery 2 Immediate
Carpentry and Joinery Advanced 3 Immediate
Facilities Management Supervisor 3 Immediate
Installation Electrician/Maintenance Electrician 3 Immediate
Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician Advanced 3 Immediate
ENGINEERING: COURSES / APPRENTICESHIPS Level Enrolment
90% OF EMPLOYERS WOULD LEAN manufacturing operations 2 Immediate
RECOMMEND MITSKILLS Improvement Technician 3 Immediate
Improvement Practitioner 4 Immediate
CONSTRUCTION: COMMERCIAL COURSES Level Enrolment
We are an award-winning national training 90% would recommend us to a friend or Electrical installation experienced worker route 3 Immediate
provider, specialising in work-based learning: family member. With a wealth of experience AM2 , AM2 (S) AM2 E Immediate
pre-Apprenticeships, Apprenticeships, in 56 different sectors of industry, we can help 18th Edition Wiring Regulations Immediate
Traineeships and Study Programmes. We you successfully develop your desired skills Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician Advanced 3 Immediate
deliver construction skills from Entry Level to to achieve your qualifications, together with
Inspection and Testing Course (Periodic & Initial) Immediate
Level 7. We have over 500 trusted employers our recruitment team we can also source
working with us. Get in touch if you want employment opportunities.
to achieve real benefits with our training
Our ethos is to deliver the right skills, to the
programmes! We have had over 12,500 “My time training at MITSkills has really helped me grow as a person
right people, at the right time.
learners in the past 10 years, with over 70%
going on to further education or employment,
and become more confident. MIT have always been supportive and
helped me achieve the best possible grades and helped me gain
employment. I gained a lot of skills from training at MITSkills and they
Hello@mitskills.com helped me throughout my apprenticeship - always going above and
beyond to make sure I was happy, safe and progressing. I would highly
01932 341416
recommend this training provider - as they care.”
@MITSKILLS Eleanor
@MITSkillsCentre
www.linkedin.com/company/ “Working with MITSkills took the pain away from recruitment, they
m-i-t-skills also helped secure funding and provided regular updates. I would
@MITSkills recommend them to any employer.”
Eleanor’s employer
mitskills.com
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CONSTRUCTION: FULL TIME COURSES Level Enrolment
Introduction to Construction Skills Entry September
Step Up to Construction Entry January
Plumbing Diploma 1, 2 & 3 September
Brickwork Diploma 1, 2 & 3 September
Carpentry and Joinery Diploma 1 September
Site Carpentry Diploma 2,3 September
Dry Lining Diploma 2 September
Plastering Diploma 1&2 September
Electrical Installation Diploma 1, 2 & 3 September
Professional Construction Practice Advanced Diploma 3 September
CONSTRUCTION: TRAINING FOR JOBSEEKERS Level Enrolment
Construction Skills Bootcamp Sector Based Work Academy 1 On demand
Scaffolding Sector Based Work Academy 1 On demand
Women Into Construction Sector Based Work Academy [Enrolment ‘May’] 1 On demand
External Wall Insulation Sector Based Work Academy 1 On demand
WEST LONDON COLLEGE HAS CAMPUSES
Fit Out Sector Buildback Sector Based Work Academy 1 On demand
IN PARK ROYAL, SOUTHALL, EALING AND CONSTRUCTION: COMMERCIAL & SHORT COURSES Level Enrolment
HAMMERSMITH WHERE WE OFFER A 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (evenings only) 3 Quarterly
GROWING AND POPULAR RANGE OF 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (one-day) 3 Quarterly
TRAINING COURSES AND APPRENTICESHIPS. Inspection and Testing Course (Periodic & Initial) Evening 3 Quarterly
ESOL for Construction 2/3 On demand
CSCS Card online test On demand
Our tutors, assessors and technicians are We have a friendly team of advisors who Health and Safety in the Environment On-line 1 Monthly
qualified tradespeople with many years can discuss your options and help you make Health and Safety in the Environment with CSCS Card Test Online 1 Monthly
of expertise and we aim to ensure that the right decision. If you do not have the Health and Safety in the Environment with CSCS Card Test face-to-face 1 Monthly
all our students and learners leave us with entry level qualifications for some of our
Certificate in the Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings 3 Quarterly
the career-ready knowledge, skills and courses – no worries, we are here to help
experience needed by employers. you with those too. NVQ Diploma in Plumbing & Heating Evening provision 2 Annually
If you are unsure about which area of We also love to work with employers. If you NVQ Diploma in Plumbing & Heating Evening Provision 3 Annually
construction might suit you best or need are looking for an apprentice and need NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry 2 Annually
more information about the exciting career help with the recruitment, the paperwork
NVQ Diploma in Site Carpentry Evening Provision 3 Annually
paths that construction and the built or claiming the financial incentives for
environment can offer – get-in-touch! apprenticeship recruitment get in touch. Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings, Evening 3 May
EV / Car Charging Point Installers course, Evening 3 September
Electrotechnical Experienced Worker Qualification, Evening 3 September
Site Carpentry, Evening 2 April
lis@wlc.ac.uk
“The College helped me come Site Carpentry, Evening 3 April
020 8741 1688 a long way. I’m really proud Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician, Evening 2 September
@westlondoncol of what I’ve achieved. I would Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician, Evening 3 September
@westlondoncol definitely recommend doing Bricklayer, Evening 3 April
an apprenticeship, it’s changed Advanced Diploma in Plumbing (EAL), Evening 3 April
www.linkedin.com/in/ehwlc
my life.” NVQ Diploma Interior Systems - Ceiling Fixing, On-site 3 April
www.wlc.ac.uk Harley, Level 3 Carpentry Apprentice NVQ Diploma Plastering, Evening, On-site 3 April
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Join us as we
CONSTRUCTION: APPRENTICESHIPS Level Enrolment
Bricklayer standard 2 Monthly
Carpentry and Joinery standard 2 Monthly
GO GREEN
Carpentry and Joinery Advanced standard 3 Monthly
Facilities Service Operative standard 2 Monthly
Facilities Management Supervisor 3 Monthly
Groundworker standard 2 Monthly
Installation Electrician/Maintenance Electrician standard 3 Monthly
Interior Systems Installer: Pathways: Dry Lining standard 2 Monthly
Ending our economy’s contribution to global
Plasterer standard 2 Monthly
warming will require a colossal effort across
Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician Advanced standard 3 Monthly
every sector. Put simply – it will require a Green
Property Maintenance Operative 2 Monthly
Industrial Revolution. New jobs, new ways of
ENGINEERING: COURSES / APPRENTICESHIPS Level Enrolment
working and new companies and organisations
Digital Engineering Technician (BIM) standard 3
will lead the way.
(Electromechanical) BTEC First Extended Certificate 1&2 September
West London’s construction training providers will be
playing their part. Work is already underway to bid
for funding, revise curriculums and to set up new and
innovative training courses.
If you are an employer or are looking for Green
construction training we would like to hear from you.
CONTACT:
Barry Mortimer | b.mortimer@wlc.ac.uk
Mayor’s Construction Academy | West London
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WEST THAMES COLLEGE IS A SUCCESSFUL, VIBRANT
COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION,
LOCATED IN THE BOROUGH OF HOUNSLOW.
We offer a range of vocational courses taught year of study at Level 3. Units Include:
CONSTRUCTION: COURSES FOR 16-18s Level Enrolment
by industry professionals which give students Construction Principles, Construction Design,
the skills demanded by industry. West Thames Construction Technology, Health and Safety Construction Skills: Multi Skills 1 September
College has specialised facilities which provide in Construction, plus 3 optional units. Construction Skills: Plumbing 1&2 September
immersive and realistic learning environments Construction Skills: Electrical Installation 1&2 September
This qualification is part of the suite of
serving a diverse population of learners.
Construction and the Built Environment Construction Skills: Painting & Decorating 1&2 September
The college also plays a key role in providing
qualifications offered by West Thames College.
access to industry leaders through strong links Construction Skills: Carpentry & Joinery 1, 2 & 3 September
In the suite there are qualifications that focus
with employers. Construction Skills: Construction & the Built Environment 3 September
on different progression routes, allowing
The majority of our provision in the skilled learners to choose the one best suited to their Construction Skills: Employability All September
trades is offered both full-time to 16-18 year aspirations. All qualifications in the suite share CSCS Test Roll on roll off
olds and part-time to adults (mainly in the some common units and assessments, allowing
CONSTRUCTION: COURSES FOR ADULTS (PART-TIME) Level Enrolment
evening) at Levels 1 and 2. learners some flexibility in moving between
qualifications where they wish to select a more Construction Skills: Plumbing 1&2 September
We are very pleased to say that this year, we
specific progression route. Within this suite Construction Skills: Carpentry & Joinery 1, 2 & 3 September
have launched the Level 3 Construction & the
are BTEC National qualifications for post-16
Built Environment Foundation Diploma. This CONSTRUCTION: APPRENTICESHIPS Level Enrolment
learners wishing to specialise in a specific
is for students looking to study construction Property Maintenance Operative (Standard) 2 Roll on roll off
industry, occupation or occupational group.
as a one-year, full-time course. It also
Carpentry and Joinery (Standard) 2 Roll on roll off
supports progression to an Apprenticeship Apply online via our website at
in the construction sector or to a further www.west-thames.ac.uk Carpentry and Joinery Advanced (Standard) 3 Roll on roll off
Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician Advanced (Standard) 3 Roll on roll off
@WestThames Construction Plant Operative (Standard) 2 Roll on roll off
ENGINEERING: COURSES FOR 16-18s Level Enrolment
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TOP 5 REASONS Average salaries for key construction roles
to choose a career Site
in construction manager
Plumber
£49,000
£51,000
Carpenter
Supervisor
and joiner
£48,000
£41,000
Electrician Plasterer
1 £47,000 £41,000
DEBT-FREE
Earn while you
learn and avoid
university debt 2 Civil
engineering Bricklayer
SALARY
Command a operative £42,000
high salary from £44,000
3 a young age Steel fixer Roofer
TRAVEL £44,000 £42,000
Ability to travel the The average
UK and the world annual salary for a
4 university graduate
PROGRESSION = £32,000
Entrepreneurial
opportunities for
5 budding business
LEGACY owners
Build your own
legacy and make Why pursue a career
your mark on your
environment
in construction?
We asked some Master Builders
“I go to work every day and build What now?
something that I’m proud of. I love the
thought that these buildings will still be For more information
standing long after I’m gone.” on how and why you
Joe Kingdon should pursue a career in
Kingdon Design & Construction, London
construction, visit
“I went from starting my carpentry
www.goconstruct.org
“Construction offers a huge range of
and joinery apprenticeship at 16 to opportunities so my advice is to shadow
running my own building firm at 30.” a professional so you can get a sense for @fmbuilders
Andrew Birtwistle what really interests you.”
Scotia Joinery Contractors, Lancashire Alli Gay @federationofmasterbuilders
CHI Homes, Bristol
“I’m in my second year of a four-year
bricklaying apprenticeship and I earn About the Federation of Master Builders (FMB)
£12,000 per year. In two years’ time, The FMB is a trade association for small and
I can expect to be on £27,000 – medium-sized (SME) construction firms.
and I’ll only be 19.” The FMB is passionate about promoting
quality careers in construction.
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Callum Hughson, Shetland
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