Wooden Gate Makers Apprenticeships & Work Experience
- by Phil Barratt
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- 18 Jul, 2019
At Wooden Gate Makers, we like to give the opportunity to train the traditional skill of joinery to the next generation.
Our apprentice Henry has just completed his level 2 Bench Joinery Apprenticeship. He is going to start level 3 in September 2019, where he will learn skills needed to run a joinery business such as pricing and supervisory skills.
This year we offered a two week Work Experience opportunity to Arron, a 15 year old pupil at a local school. He undertook some basic joinery work and observed more complex aspects of the job. He also designed a photo board to display some of our products.
We received a certificate and a letter from the school thanking us for being part of their work experience programme.
Our apprentice Henry has just completed his level 2 Bench Joinery Apprenticeship. He is going to start level 3 in September 2019, where he will learn skills needed to run a joinery business such as pricing and supervisory skills.
This year we offered a two week Work Experience opportunity to Arron, a 15 year old pupil at a local school. He undertook some basic joinery work and observed more complex aspects of the job. He also designed a photo board to display some of our products.
We received a certificate and a letter from the school thanking us for being part of their work experience programme.
Henry with a gate he made. He is now a highly skilled member of the team
Arron working on our new photo display board
Every gate holds a story, a threshold between the world and your sanctuary. We craft each gate with this narrative in mind at Wooden Gate Makers. We blend great skill with beauty to ensure your gate secures and enhances your home. We are committed to providing a barrier and a welcoming transition into your space. It will reflect your style and your home's character. This article delves into the value of local craftsmanship. It showcases the benefits of our bespoke gates. It also outlines the careful process we follow from design to installation.
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