How to become
You can get into this job through:
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
College
You could learn some relevant skills by doing a college course, such as:
- construction and building crafts
- insulation building treatments
- construction operations
Completing a college course can help when looking for a trainee job.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for these courses vary.
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Apprenticeship
You could apply to do an apprenticeship with an insulation or construction company.
These include:
- Insulation Installation Operative Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship
- Commercial Thermal Insulation Operative Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship
- Industrial Thermal Insulation Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You could apply directly for jobs. Employers will usually look for GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) in subjects like English, maths, or design and technology.
Experience in construction, loft insulation, pipe lagging or building cladding would be helpful.
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Registration
- you'll need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent to train and work on a construction site
Career tips
You would fit materials in new buildings and upgrade or retrofit insulation in older ones.
You'll work on all types of premises from schools and hospitals to domestic properties.
Further information
You can find out more about a career in cavity insulation from Go Construct.