Scaffolding Trainee (Returning Citizen Scheme)
LondonPart-timeScaffolder (All Levels)
PHD Access runs a two-year Returning Citizens Scheme for people who have served a custodial sentence and are interested in the scaffolding industry. It is an earn-while-you-learn programme, with on-site training alongside experienced tradesmen.
- 18 to 24 months, including 11 weeks of training in 10-day blocks at the London Academy of Sustainable Construction (LASC), Waltham Forest, with all expenses paid
- Training is delivered in partnership with SIMIAN
- Leads to an NVQ Level 2 in Scaffolding and Accessing Operations and Rigging, with CISRS Trainee (Part 1) and Scaffolder (Part 2)
- Candidates are eligible for a professional mentor through NASC
Apply using the form on their page.
- Posted
- 03/10/2026
- Closes
- 04/12/2026
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