Introduction to Construction (Bricklaying)
Learn the basics of bricklaying with our beginner-friendly course for 16-18 year olds. Gain hands-on skills in laying bricks, wall construction, and using tools safely. Perfect for starting a career or learning a valuable trade.
View on college websiteCareer areas this course can lead to
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1. Construction and building trades Average salary: £34,820
UK employment: +0% last 3 years -
2. Carpenters and joiners Average salary: £34,010
UK employment: -10.8% last 3 years -
3. Bricklayers Average salary: £33,030
UK employment: +1.9% last 3 years -
4. Plasterers Average salary: £34,020
UK employment: -19.3% last 3 years -
5. Plumbers & heating and ventilating installers and repairers Average salary: £37,880
UK employment: -0.3% last 3 years -
6. Electricians and electrical fitters Average salary: £39,650
UK employment: -9.8% last 3 years -
7. Painters and decorators Average salary: £32,760
UK employment: -9.2% last 3 years -
8. Groundworkers Average salary: £37,930
UK employment: -8.2% last 3 years -
9. Security system installers and repairers Average salary: £39,000
UK employment: -23.9% last 3 years -
10. Construction and building trades supervisors Average salary: £45,020
UK employment: -12.4% last 3 years -
11. Roofers, roof tilers and slaters Average salary: £31,910
UK employment: -31.4% last 3 years -
12. Glaziers, window fabricators and fitters Average salary: £29,440
UK employment: -9.2% last 3 years -
13. Floorers and wall tilers Average salary: £32,860
UK employment: -18.2% last 3 years -
14. Scaffolders, stagers and riggers Average salary: £41,550
UK employment: +4.4% last 3 years -
15. Crane drivers Average salary: £46,460
UK employment: +12.7% last 3 years -
16. Stonemasons and related trades Average salary: £33,940
UK employment: -25.6% last 3 years -
17. Construction operatives Average salary: £32,450
UK employment: +17% last 3 years -
18. Elementary construction occupations Average salary: £28,590
UK employment: -25.8% last 3 years