Construction and Building Trades
The demand for skilled construction workers is constantly on the rise. Just look at Sheffield alone – everywhere you look something is being built.
As an Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience in a supportive team developing knowledge, skills and behaviours that will benefit you throughout your career journey. And let’s not forget that you will also receive an industry recognised qualification.
Careers you can train for with an Apprenticeship
Click on the roles below to find out more about them. For more information or to register your interest, please click the 'register your interest' button.
Key Skills Needed:
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Inclusive
Communication
Problem Solving
Total no. of jobs
52,000
In South Yorkshire by 2028
2,700 new jobs created in South Yorkshire
Employers we work with
Success Stories
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Tom Humphreys
Civil Engineering Apprentice
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Tom is currently completing his Civil Engineering Apprenticeship while working as a Trainee Engineer at Cidon Construction. He’s gaining valuable experience on a major project with Sheffield Forgemasters and, after completing his Level 3 and Level 4, aims to progress into a fully qualified Engineer.
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Kaiden Grayson
Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery
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From his first day in the workshop to signing off his last assessment, Kaiden has turned his passion for practical work into a successful career. Having completed his Level 2 Site Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship with Apprenticeships+ at The Sheffield College in 2025, he’s already making a name for himself as a multi-skilled joiner at Guinness Property.
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Owin Fitzherbert-Stewart
Level 2 Piling Operative
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Meet Owin, a Level 2 Piling Operative Apprentice at Bachy Soletanche.
News
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Growth and Skills Levy Reforms: Why Levy-Paying Employers Should Act Now
The Government’s Growth and Skills Levy reforms will change how levy-paying employers access and use Apprenticeship funding. While designed to create a more flexible skills system, the changes could reduce the value of unused levy funds and increase future training costs.
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Growth and Skills Levy Reforms: A New Opportunity for SMEs
The Government’s Growth and Skills Levy reforms will make Apprenticeships more accessible and affordable for small and medium-sized businesses, helping employers tackle skills shortages while supporting more young people into work.
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The Sheffield College gets set to become smoke free and vape free
The Sheffield College is getting set to become a smoke free and vape free organisation.