The world in which we live is shaped by the buildings and infrastructure around us. Working in the construction industry gives you the opportunity to create and influence those spaces and therefore how people use them.
The industry is one of the largest sectors in the country, employing over 3 million people. For skilled trades, such as Plasterers and Plumbers, demand is high and therefore salaries are attractive. Self-employment is common, as well as opportunities within major construction firms, who offer excellent training and development paths. Whichever route you choose, there are many options available to develop a successful career.
Skills required
Example career options
Select your course to begin your application
Award in the In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment
Bricklayer Apprenticeship
Bricklayer Apprenticeship
Bricklaying
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship
Construction Trade Skills – Joinery
Electrical Installations
Gas Engineering Apprenticeship
Installation Technician/Maintenance Electrician
Introductory Plumbing Skills (NACCN002*)
Plumbing
Plumbing
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician
T-Level:Design,Surveying & Planning for Construction
Award in the In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment
Construction Trade Skills – Bricklaying
Construction Trade Skills – Joinery
Introductory Plumbing Skills (NACCN002*)
NVQ Level 2 Diploma in Trowel Occupations
Bricklayer Apprenticeship
Bricklayer Apprenticeship
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship
Carpentry and Joinery Apprenticeship
Gas Engineering Apprenticeship
Installation Technician/Maintenance Electrician
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician
“I really enjoy the hands-on learning that the Joinery course offers. This course, and the great teachers help me develop the skills that I will need for a career as a Joiner.”
Josh Betts Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills![]()
“I chose to go to North Notts College, because I want to get a job as a Joiner and the skills and techniques we learn on the course are really useful and will come in handy in the future.”
Leighton Wilson Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills![]()
“I really enjoy coming into College, because I get to socialise with people who have common interests.”
Callum Cuthill Level 1 - Certificate in Construction Skills![]()