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Roofing
Level 2 Apprenticeship

Our Roofing Apprenticeship at Greenlight gives you the skills and experience needed to build a career in the roofing industry. You’ll learn how to install, maintain and repair roofing systems, working with a range of materials across domestic, commercial and new-build projects.

You’ll develop practical skills in measuring, setting out, preparing and installing roofing materials, alongside learning how to interpret drawings, calculate material requirements and work safely at height. The apprenticeship offers different pathways, allowing your training to reflect the type of roofing work you carry out in the workplace.

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Apprenticeship Overview

Roofers play an important role in protecting buildings from the elements, installing and maintaining the materials and systems that keep roofs watertight and structurally sound. The work can range from repairing individual tiles or slates on domestic properties to installing complete roofing systems on large commercial buildings.

During your apprenticeship, you’ll develop the core skills needed to work safely, efficiently and to a professional standard. This includes measuring and calculating materials, interpreting drawings and specifications, selecting appropriate products, using hand and power tools and installing roofing components correctly. You’ll also learn about insulation, ventilation, condensation, common roof defects and roof repair and maintenance.

The apprenticeship includes three options: Roof Slater & Tiler, Waterproof Membranes Installer and Roof Sheeter & Cladder. Your chosen option will reflect the type of roofing work you undertake as part of your employment.

Modules & Skills Overview

  • Health, safety & welfare • Roofing technology • Drawings & specifications • Measuring & setting out • Materials & components • Roof construction • Insulation & ventilation • Condensation • Roof repair & maintenance • Working at height • Hand & power tools • Roofing standards & specifications • Environmental & sustainability practices

  • Measuring & setting out • Calculating material quantities • Interpreting drawings • Selecting roofing materials • Using hand & power tools • Installing roofing components • Working safely at height • Identifying defects • Carrying out repairs • Working with insulation & ventilation systems • Quality checking • Problem solving • Teamwork & communication

  • Practical skills development • Workplace learning • Knowledge development • Portfolio evidence • Practical assessment • Observation with questioning • Interview • End-point assessment

  • Qualifications Gained

    The Roofing Level 2 Apprenticeship includes a choice of three pathways:

    • Roof Slater & Tiler

    • Waterproof Membranes Installer

    • Roof Sheeter & Cladder

    Your chosen pathway will depend on your job role and the type of roofing work you carry out.

  • Suitable For

    Anyone aged 16+ who enjoys practical, outdoor work and is looking to build a career in construction.

    Roofing can be particularly suited to people who enjoy working at different locations, working with their hands and seeing the results of their work take shape. The role can involve working on domestic, commercial and new-build projects, so no two jobs are necessarily the same.

  • Start Dates

    We offer multiple start dates throughout the year, with immediate starts available for applicants who have secured employment and completed the enrolment process.

    Unlike schools and colleges, we don’t operate on term times.

  • Locations

    This apprenticeship is delivered from our training centres in Plymouth and Bristol, alongside practical learning in the workplace.

  • Delivery Method

    Training combines practical learning at Greenlight with on-the-job experience provided by your employer.

    You’ll develop your roofing skills in a structured training environment before putting them into practice on real construction projects.

  • Apprenticeship Duration

    The Level 2 Roofer Apprenticeship typically takes 24 months to complete, not including the end-point assessment period.

  • Progression Opportunities

    On completion of the apprenticeship, you can progress into skilled employment within the roofing industry as a craft operative, working within your chosen roofing specialism.

    With further experience and development, you can progress towards supervisory and management roles within roofing organisations.

  • Entry Requirements

    You’ll need to be employed, or have secured employment, in a relevant roofing role before starting the apprenticeship.

    There are no specific formal qualifications listed as an entry requirement for the standard. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, good attention to detail and commitment to safe working are important.

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