To be considered for a Bursary Placement you must:

• be able to provide evidence of competence to the standard as set out in the Placement Specification;
• be committed to working in the heritage sector in England and Wales;
• have eligibility to work in England and Wales;
• have a UK bank or building society account into which the bursary can be paid;
• demonstrate how you meet the Trainee specification (see below)

> Click here for more information about NVQs.

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Trainee specification

To be successful at gaining an interview for a bursary Placement, your application should clearly illustrate how you meet the following criteria. Your interview will assess your suitability further:

Essential:

• Be able to provide evidence of competence to the standard as set out in
  the Placement Specification.
• An enthusiasm, commitment and passion to move into a career within the
  built heritage sector in England or Wales.
• Ability to absorb and apply new technical information.
• Ability to work to required standards and to understand and use the
  appropriate methods, tools and applications.
• Take responsibility for professional development.
• An enthusiasm and commitment to work toward gaining an NVQ Level 3
  Heritage Skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Adaptable and flexible, with proven qualities as a strong team player,
  able to work closely with others, and ability to work on one's own
  initiative.
• Willingness to travel both within and outside the region of your Placement
  Provider organisation.

Desirable:

• An NVQ qualification or equivalent in a craft relevant to the Placement,
  to the standard as outlined in the Placement Specification.
• Working in the built environment.

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How do I know if I have the required competency in a relevant building skill?

> Click here to read more about competency and to check what levels describe your abilities in your building skill.

> Also take a look at this link which outlines all the different National Occupational Standards and will help you assess whether you have the eligible knowledge and skills.

> Click here to download the Trainee specification ()

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New to Traditional Building Skills

If you are not eligible to apply for a placement, take a look at the 'New to Traditional Building Skills' page to see what further training opportunities are available to you.

> Click here to go to 'New to Traditional Building Skills' page.

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