The broad purpose of the occupation is to install new natural sustainable and ethically sourced stone or conserve, repair or replace existing natural stone in buildings and/or landscape projects where stonework is a key feature within the garden, including steps, walls, copings, water features, bespoke stone features and paved areas.
Stonemasonry is a construction specialism and can be integral to both private and commercial projects and there are a number of specialist occupations within stonemasonry. Banker Masons mainly work in workshops producing finished stone components to exacting tolerances from raw stone block ready for installation.
Apprentices without level 1 English and Maths (GCSE 3/D) will need to achieve this level and take the test for level 2 English and Maths (GCSE 4/C) before taking the end-point assessment. (Please note that those apprentices wanting to progress onto a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme must achieve the Level 2 in Maths and English before being able to do so.)
Banker Stonemason duties:
Classroom and work based teaching and assessment to monitor, knowledge, skills and behaviours to ensure industry competencies.
Civil Engineering Technician Level 3
Apprenticeship Standard Level 2