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General Operatives Skills Bootcamp (Construction)

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Other start dates:

Monday 23rd February

Length 3 Weeks
Study Short Course
Location Green Technology Centre
Price Free (Please see course costs)

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More about the course

The General Operatives course will consist of activities such as setting out, construction of shuttering, concreting, underground drainage, curb braces, gravel paths and slabbing/block paving. You will also have the opportunity to achieve the following accredited cards/certificates.

Manual handling
Asbestos Awareness
First Aid at Work
General Operatives Green Card (CSCS)
Fire Safety

Over the duration of your course you will build a running portfolio of work carried out, an up-to-date CV and go through interview prep ready for your interview at the end of the course.

How often does this course run?

This course runs sporadically throughout the year.

You will be notified of the next available start date once you have submitted your application.

Entry requirements:

You will need to be aged 19 or older.

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Course costs:

The course is free for independent learners. A small cost will be incurred to your employer if you enrol through your workplace.

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Michael Williams & Leo Baldwin

Michael Williams and Leo Baldwin have successfully completed the General Operative Skills Bootcamp with #TeamKC, taking important steps towards careers in the construction industry.

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I am a highly motivated and dedicated employer engagement officer with 10 years of experience working in the education and training sector. My expertise lies in building and maintaining strong relationships with employers to help them recruit and train high-quality apprentices that meet their business needs. My role as an employer engagement officer involves working closely with businesses to identify their skills needs and find the right apprenticeship candidates to help them grow and develop their workforce. My passion lies in helping young people and adults to kickstart their careers and gain valuable skills and experience through apprenticeships.

Louisa Ellis

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As an Employer Engagement Officer, I engage with employers to provide information on apprenticeships, work experience, short courses and curriculum link projects. By working closely with employers, my main aim is to help them recruit the right person to work within their team.

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Working within the apprenticeship team for the past five years has given me a real insight into the tools needed to complete an apprenticeship and the effect that good support and communication can have on current and new students. My current role as Apprenticeship Lead allows me to guide and assist students through every aspect of their journey with us, which I am most passionate about.

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