NHBC Apprenticeship training hubs
Our purpose-built facilities immerse apprentices in a realistic working environment and get them ready for life on site
Our training hubs are a crucial part of our bricklaying and groundworker apprenticeship programmes. Close to live working sites, they provide a realistic environment for our apprentices to learn their craft. Locations have been chosen for their proximity to a large number of active home building sites.
During the initial weeks at one of hubs, the programmes are front-loaded where our bricklaying and groundworker apprentices learn core practical skills as well as health and safety practices. This means they are ready to return to sites able to contribute and already used to an outdoor working environment.
Each hub has a large outdoor concrete slab where apprentices can build substantial structures.
Training hub locations
Tamworth Training Hub
Our first purpose-built training hub is a unique learning space
Newcastle Training Hub
A training hub in the North East for bricklaying and groundworker apprenticeships
Cambridge Training Hub
A training hub in the East of England for bricklaying and groundworker apprenticeships
Hull Training Hub
A training hub in the South Yorkshire and Humber area for bricklaying and groundworker apprenticeships
I thought I had lost my mind sending a 16-year-old to a training centre in the Midlands for his bricklaying training but I’ve eaten my words. He has come back from the training hub more mature, conscientious, responsible and with improved communication skills.
Why complete an apprenticeship with NHBC?
Realistic experience
Apprentices will construct to size examples with all features incorporated, providing them with a real life working environment and experience to start on site.
Get the right skills
Well-trained, highly-skilled staff add value to your business and NHBC’s apprenticeship scheme is designed to meet the specific needs of home builders.
Attract the right people
Offering an NHBC apprenticeship is a fantastic incentive to potential applicants, enabling you to choose from the most enthusiastic and dedicated young people.
Make a difference
Actively invest in the future of the construction industry and provide a rewarding and long-term career.
Increase productivity
As well as combatting the industry’s increasing skills shortage, almost 9/10 employers state that they benefit from hiring apprentices, with 'improved productivity and higher staff morale.'
Increase satisfaction
One of the key benefits of apprenticeships, is that they help organisations keep employees motivated and committed for the long-term.
Government funding
You may use UK government funding to provide 95% of the cost of training and assessment for your apprenticeships.
Highlight your commitment
81% of consumers favour companies that employ apprentices so take full advantage and showcase your commitment to the scheme.