This occupation includes two different options and people will either work on a construction site as an Advanced Site Carpenter or in a workshop as an Advanced Architectural Joiner:
Advanced Site Carpenters work on building sites in the construction of domestic and commercial properties, preparing and installing complex and bespoke building components. They prepare, construct and erect irregular and complex roof structures.
Advanced Architectural Joiners are employed in a workshop producing complex building components by setting out, marking out and producing assembled components requiring advanced skilled work including the full range of woodworking machines. There will sometimes be a need for refurbishment/repair work of bespoke pieces. They have an in depth knowledge of a range of manufacturing components from a range of hardwoods and softwoods.
Advanced carpentry and joinery is a core and options Apprenticeship standard. Apprentices must be trained and assessed against the core and one option, either:
- Advanced site carpenter
- Advanced architectural joiner
Apprentices will typically spend 15 months on-programme (before the gateway) working towards the occupational standard, with a minimum of 20% off-the-job training.