Bradley Clarke
Level 2 Bench Joinery
“I chose to come to college to study joinery because it’s something I’m really interested in. I’m a hands-on person and I wanted to do something practical so joinery really suits me.
As part of the course we have lots of practical sessions in the workshop where we get to make a variety of products including doors, door frames and a staircase. The best thing I’ve made is definitely the door; I really enjoyed learning how to hinge it on to the frame too.
As part of the course we also have the opportunity to go on a work experience placement of our choice. I work part-time for a construction company so I was able to carry out my work experience there. It’s been a great opportunity because I had the chance to use the skills I’ve learnt in joinery while also getting to grips with things such as boarding walls and painting and decorating.
I’m glad I came to college because it’s a really good place to study. Even though you do get help and support from your tutors when you need it, you do also have a lot of independence which really gets you ready for working in industry.
I really want to expand my skillset so I’m thinking about moving on to Level 3 apprenticeship which will allow me to gain skills in multiple construction trades.”