Organisation: Manton Building Contractors

Locations: Birmingham, West Midlands

Build Your Future with Manton Building Contractors

Are you a care-experienced young person looking for a supportive employer where you can build your confidence, develop valuable skills and start a rewarding career?

At Manton Building Contractors, we offer a range of opportunities within the construction industry, including apprenticeships, work experience, trainee positions and entry-level roles.

Construction offers far more than site-based jobs. From project management and quantity surveying to administration, design and technical support, there are many career paths available, all offering opportunities to learn, progress and build a successful future.

Why Join Manton Building Contractors?

We’re proud to deliver high-quality construction projects that create lasting benefits for the communities where people live, work and learn.

Our success is built on the skills, commitment and potential of our people. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to build a rewarding career, regardless of their background.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported to succeed.

Whether you’re looking for work experience, an apprenticeship or your first permanent role, we’ll help you gain the skills, experience and confidence you need to succeed.

Apprenticeships & Early Careers

We are passionate about developing future talent and supporting people as they begin their careers in construction.

Opportunities may include:

• Apprenticeships
• Employability sessions
• Trainee and entry-level roles
• Work experience placements
• Careers insight events and site visits
• Mentoring from experienced construction professionals

Our apprenticeships allow you to earn while you learn, combining practical experience with nationally recognised qualifications and ongoing support from experienced colleagues.

If you’re an eligible care leaver, you may also qualify for the Government’s £3,000 Apprenticeship Care Leavers’ Bursary (subject to eligibility criteria – see GOV.UK for details).

How We’ll Support You

Starting a new job or entering a new industry can feel challenging, and we’re committed to helping you succeed from day one.

We’ll provide:

• An informal conversation after receiving your CV and covering email to discuss your interests and identify suitable opportunities.
• A guaranteed interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
• Support throughout the recruitment process, including interview feedback where possible.
• Guidance with applications and interview preparation where appropriate.
• A workplace buddy or mentor to help you settle into your role.
• A welcoming, inclusive working environment where you’ll be encouraged to succeed.
• Access to learning, training and career development opportunities.
• At least the Real Living Wage for all employees, including apprentices.

Learning & Career Development

Learning doesn’t stop once you join us.

As your knowledge, skills and confidence grow, you’ll have opportunities to develop further, gain additional qualifications and progress your career within the construction industry.

We want every employee to feel valued, supported and able to achieve their full potential.

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is aimed at care leavers aged 18–26 who are interested in building a career with Manton Building Contractors.

Unpaid work experience placements may also be available for 16–18-year-olds.

Some opportunities may have specific entry requirements, but we encourage anyone with enthusiasm, reliability and a willingness to learn to get in touch.

How to Apply

If you’d like to find out more about working with Manton Building Contractors, we’d love to hear from you.

• Please send your CV and a covering email to Sarah Morgan – smorgan@emanton.co.uk – 0121 788 3642)
• Whilst we do not always have paid vacancies available, by getting in touch you will have a point of contact when opportunities arise. We can also share details of our advertised recruitment process
• If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process, please let us know. We’ll be happy to help.

Website – www.emanton.co.uk