Modern Apprenticeships Scotland
Construction Building At SCQF Level 5 Apprenticeship Framework
A competence-based qualification leading to the Skilled Worker CSCS Blue Card. The Modern Apprenticeship in Construction Building at SCQF Level 5 prepares learners for Roofing Occupations, equipping them with practical skills in safe working, teamwork, and technical roofing activities while evidencing their competence on site.
Gain the competence to progress with the Construction Building at SCQF Level 5 Apprenticeship, specialising in Roofing Occupations.
Earn a nationally recognised qualification through Kingdom Academy’s sector-leading delivery model.
The Construction Building at SCQF Level 5 Apprenticeship is designed for operatives working in our specialist routeway, Roofing Occupations. Delivered primarily in the workplace, with assessor guidance and access to our Learner Management System resources, it provides a structured route for learners to demonstrate competence in real-world settings.
This qualification is a recognised route to the Skilled Worker CSCS Blue Card, making it an essential step for those wanting to evidence their roofing skills and progress within the construction industr
Key benefits of the programme include:
- Completion in 9-12 months
- Competence-based, assessed entirely in the workplace
- One-to-one support from a qualified assessor
- Recognised route to the Skilled Worker CSCS Blue Card
- Achievement rates exceeding the national average
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Who Is This Programme For?
This Modern Apprenticeship is aimed at those working in operative roles within the roofing trade who want to achieve a nationally recognised qualification while continuing to develop on site. It is suitable for learners working as slaters, tilers, or flat roofers, as well as those involved in associated roofing activities. The programme is also suited to individuals who want to formalise their existing skills, progress to higher-level SVQs, or access further training and apprenticeships within the construction building sector.
Your Learning Journey...
Stage One
Eligibility & Enrolment
Your journey begins with enrolment and induction. We’ll confirm eligibility, explore funding options, and introduce you to your dedicated Kingdom Academy assessor. You’ll receive a clear plan for your qualification and how assessment will work in your role.
What to Expect:
Course introduction and overview
Mapping your current role to the SVQ Level 5 standards
Induction to our online learning and support tools
Key Outcome: You’ll start with confidence, knowing exactly what’s ahead.
Construction Building at SCQF Level 5 Apprenticeship Framework
Develop Your Craft & Advance In Construction Roofing
Delivered primarily in the workplace and supported by one-to-one assessor guidance, this qualification combines core construction competences with specialist skills in roofing. It equips learners with the knowledge and ability to work safely, productively, and to industry standards, covering essential areas such as health and safety, teamwork, and practical site operations.
📋 Mandatory Units:
Install, maintain and remove work area protection and safety equipment
Conform to general workplace health, safety and welfare
Conform to productive work practices
In addition to the mandatory units, learners complete roofing-specific units tailored to their role. These may cover slating, tiling, flat roofing, or associated roofing activities, ensuring that competence reflects the tasks carried out on site.
Together, these units ensure learners gain both the core skills and the specialist knowledge required to evidence their competence, progress their career, and achieve recognition through the Skilled Worker CSCS Blue Card.
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Essential Information
All the important information you need to move forward with confidence.
A work-based qualification that evidences your competence in our specialist routeway: roofing occupations. It provides a recognised route to the Skilled Worker CSCS Blue Card, confirming that you have the skills and knowledge required to work safely and effectively on site.
Those working in the roofing trade, including slaters, tilers, flat roofers, and others involved in roofing activities, who want to gain a nationally recognised qualification while continuing to develop on site.
Core units in health and safety, productive work practices, and site protection, alongside roofing-specific skills such as slating, tiling, flat roofing, and associated roofing operations.
Assessment is entirely workplace-based, supported by one-to-one assessor guidance. Evidence is gathered through observation, professional discussion, and workplace records such as method statements, risk assessments, and work logs.
Typically 9–12 months, depending on your role, the pathway chosen, and the availability of workplace evidence.
Yes. It is an SQA-accredited qualification and a recognised route to the Skilled Worker CSCS Blue Card.
No prior qualifications are required, but you must be employed in a relevant role that allows you to demonstrate the competences needed.
Yes. Modern Apprenticeship funding may be available for eligible employees in Scotland. We will confirm your eligibility and employer contribution at enquiry stage.
To apply for the course or learn more about upcoming start dates, please complete the enrolment enquiry form below, and a member of our team will get in touch with you to discuss your options and next steps.
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To apply for the course or learn more about upcoming start dates, complete the enrolment enquiry form below, and a member of our team will get in touch with you to discuss your options and next steps.
