The construction industry moves quickly and its success depends on skilled professionals who can adapt to its changing demands. At Royston Scaffolding, we believe in nurturing the next generation of scaffolders through our robust scaffolding apprenticeships programme, which equips individuals with technical expertise, essential skills and a clear career path.
We’re proud to share that our apprenticeship programme has already seen incredible progress this year. With two apprentices joining us in September 2024, both have successfully hit their Part 1a milestones. This achievement represents a major step forward in their training and a testament to the effectiveness of the programme.
Skills development that goes beyond the basics
At Royston Scaffolding, apprentices gain so much more than a qualification. Our programme is tailored to develop both technical and soft skills, ensuring that our apprentices graduate as well-rounded professionals.
Technical skills:
From day one, apprentices jump into the technical foundations of scaffolding, including:
- Reading designs to ensure every scaffolding structure is built efficiently and correctly.
- Load-bearing calculations, so every project maintains the highest safety standards.
These critical skills ensure that our apprentices are ready to handle the complexities of modern scaffolding projects with confidence.
Soft skills:
Scaffolding isn’t just about structures—it’s about teamwork and safety. Throughout the programme, apprentices build essential soft skills, including:
- Teamwork: Learning to work closely with others to plan and execute projects.
- Resilience: Overcoming challenges in a highly dynamic environment.
- Communication: Coordinating with fellow team members, on-site supervisors and clients.
These skills prepare individuals for success not just in scaffolding, but in any career path they pursue.
A pathway to success
At Royston Scaffolding, our investment in apprentices has been a true success, driving both the growth of our business and the professional development of the next generation. Our core values of professionalism, helpfulness, safety, and unity guide every aspect of our work and shape our apprenticeship program.
Each year, we welcome two apprentices, ensuring they embrace our professional mindset and contribute to changing the perception of scaffolding. Mentors are pivotal to the success of each apprentice, providing the guidance and support needed to thrive and complete the two-year course. A clear progression plan further incentivises apprentices, encouraging them to reach key milestones and achieve their full potential.
In addition, Royston Scaffolding offers a comprehensive package, including accommodation, training, and on-site supervision, ensuring that every apprentice has the tools they need to succeed. By investing in apprentices, we are not only shaping the future of our business but also fostering a respected, dynamic career path for the younger generation in the scaffolding industry.
Take the first step toward your scaffolding career – September 2025 apprenticeship scheme
The scaffolding industry has never been more exciting and with the Royston Scaffolding Apprenticeship Programme, you can set yourself on the path to a fulfilling, secure career. And, we’re now accepting applicants for our 2025 apprenticeship scheme.
