Key Stage 4
Construction
Construction skills builds confidence, shapes futures and lays the foundation for success. ~ T. McCormack
Key Stage 4
Construction skills builds confidence, shapes futures and lays the foundation for success. ~ T. McCormack
City and Guilds Construction (Level 1)
A City & Guilds Construction Level 1 curriculum provides a foundational introduction to the construction industry. Learners will focus on a range of practical skills, health and safety procedures, and essential knowledge across various trades like carpentry, bricklaying, plastering, and painting, equipping learners with the necessary skills to potentially enter the workforce within the construction industry. This qualification can support learners who wish to progress further in their construction qualifications at higher levels, particularly through apprenticeships, while developing a fundamental understanding of construction site practices and basic hand/power tool usage.
Our team of experienced practical practitioners and technical support staff are passionate, skilled professionals who deliver high quality teaching to develop and encourage the next generation of skilled trades.
Curriculum Aims and Key Skills:
The clear aims and objectives for City & Guilds Level 1 is to enable students to develop a clear understanding of the construction industry. Learners will study a variety of key construction techniques involving multiple trades and develop essential practical skills and knowledge of the construction industry.
Health and Safety:
Construction Principles:
Throughout the academic year Yr 10 students will develop key knowledge and understanding of the construction industry.
Assignment 101 – Introduction to Health & Safety within the construction industry
Assignment 002 – Traditional woodworking joints/Carpentry- Housing Joints
Assignment 001 – Traditional woodworking joints/Carpentry- Halving Joints
Assignment 105 – Traditional woodworking joints/Carpentry- Bridle Frame Construction.
Assignment 102 – Introduction to the construction industry.
Assignment 109 – Carpentry/Joinery – Constructing and fixing hatch linings
Throughout year 11 students will continue to develop their practical skills within the construction industry, developing a vital understanding of a variety of practical process utilising a series of both practical tools and equipment.
Assignment 003 – Painting techniques- Developing a key understanding of painting types material surfaces and preparing areas for painting.
Assignment 004 – Tiling a plain wall section- Set time frame assessment
Assignment 107 – Constructing sub- Mortise and Tenon framework
Assignment 108 – Fixing architraves and skirtings
Assignment 010 – Working with non- manipulative fittings.
Students will also complete CSCS card tuition and training in preparation for their online testing in their final academic year before moving to a post 16 provider.
Construction is grit
The clear aims and objectives for City & Guilds Level 1 is to enable students to develop a clear understanding of the construction industry. Learners will study a variety of key construction techniques involving multiple trades and develop essential practical skills and knowledge of the construction industry.
Construction gives students the chance to learn practical, hands-on skills that are directly useful in everyday life. From understanding how buildings are put together to safely using tools and materials, students gain confidence in tasks like measuring, planning, and basic repairs. These are the kinds of skills that support independence – whether it’s putting up a shelf, fixing a fence, or helping out with DIY projects at home. It also builds an appreciation for the built environment and the people who create and maintain it.
All students enrolled with City and Guilds Construction will work through a variety of practical and theory assignments to add to their portfolio of work. All assignments will be internally moderated and externally verified by City and Guilds.
Students will be assessed against the key City & Guilds specification criteria accumulating key credits across a range of assignments working towards their construction qualification.
Construction is foundation
Construction offers a wide range of practical, hands-on career opportunities in a growing industry. Students can progress into apprenticeships, further training, or entry-level roles where they can continue to build their skills on the job. Career options include: