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Role Overview

A drylining contractor is recruiting two Trainee Dryliners to work at the Biscuit Factory development in Southwark.

This role provides the opportunity to gain practical experience on a live construction site while completing a Level 2 Interior Systems Installer Apprenticeship.

You will work alongside experienced dryliners, developing the practical skills, knowledge and behaviours needed to build a career within the construction industry.

Important Eligibility Information

This opportunity is being delivered through a Section 106 agreement and is only available to residents of the London Borough of Southwark. You will be required to provide evidence of your Southwark residency.

To be considered, you must also have:

• A valid Red or Green CSCS card

• GCSE Maths at Grade 4/C or above

GCSE English at Grade 4/C or above is desirable.

Your CV must clearly show that you hold a valid Red or Green CSCS card and GCSE Maths at Grade 4/C or above. Applications that do not evidence these essential requirements will not be progressed.

You must also be eligible to complete the Level 2 Interior Systems Installer Apprenticeship and have the right to work in the UK.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with drylining work on a live construction site

• Move materials and prepare working areas

• Measure, cut and install plasterboard

• Help construct walls and partitions

• Install suspended ceilings and raised floors

• Install insulation and soundproofing systems

• Seal joints between plasterboards to create a smooth finish

• Use hand and power tools safely

• Read and interpret drawings, plans and specifications

• Keep working areas clean, organised and safe

• Follow all site rules and health and safety procedures

• Complete work under supervision and increasingly independently as your skills develop

• Maintain your apprenticeship logbook and portfolio

• Work towards successful completion of the Level 2 Interior Systems Installer Apprenticeship

This list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to undertake other reasonable duties as part of your training and development.

• A genuine interest in drylining and the construction industry

• A willingness to learn and develop new practical skills

• Reliability, punctuality and good attendance

• Good teamwork and communication skills

• An awareness of health and safety

• Good attention to detail

• Physical fitness and stamina

• The ability to follow instructions and work responsibly

• The ability to travel to the Southwark site for an 8:00am start

• Willingness to undertake manual work and work at height when required

• This opportunity is being delivered through a Section 106 agreement and is only available to residents of the London Borough of Southwark. You will be required to provide evidence of your Southwark residency.

Previous construction experience is not essential.

Your cover letter should explain:

• Why you are a suitable candidate for the role

• Why you would like to work in the construction industry

• What interests you about drylining

Pay: £16,640 to £26,436.80 per year
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Location: Biscuit Factory, Southwark, London, SE16 4DG
Positions available: 2
Start date: September 2026

Job Summary

This is an opportunity to begin a career in drylining while gaining hands-on experience and completing a Level 2 Interior Systems Installer Apprenticeship.

You will work on a live construction project, receive practical training from experienced colleagues and develop the skills required to become a qualified dryliner.