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Window fitter
Window fitters install windows, conservatories and glazed curtain walls in homes and businesses.
Average salary (a year)
£16000
Starter
£27000
Experienced
Typical hours (a week)
43.0 to 45.0 hours
a week
Work Hours
evenings / weekends
on shifts
How to become
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You can get into this job through:a college course; an apprenticeship; working towards the role; applying directly
College
You could start by taking a college course in construction or joinery. These courses would teach you some of the skills you need in this job and may help you when looking for a trainee position with a glazing company.
Courses include
Level 1 Certificate in Construction Skills, Level 1 Award in Carpentry and Joinery
Entry requirements
You may need:
  • GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths
More Information
equivalent entry requirements|https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels
funding advice|https://www.gov.uk/further-education-courses/financial-help
search for courses|/find-a-course
Apprenticeship
You can get into this job by doing a fenestration installer intermediate apprenticeship.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
  • some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship
More Information
equivalent entry requirements|https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels
guide to apprenticeships|https://www.gov.uk/apprenticeships-guide
Work
You could be taken on by a glazing company as a fitter's assistant or 'mate' and learn on the job by working with an experienced fitter.
Direct Application
You can apply directly to become a window fitter. There are no set entry requirements, though you'll need maths skills to measure and work out dimensions. Employers may ask for GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C).
Experience in carpentry and joinery may be helpful.
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Registrations
you'll need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent to train and work on a construction site
Further Information
You can find out more about becoming a window fitter from Go Construct.
What it takes
Find out what skills you’ll use in this role
Skills and knowledge
You'll need:
    Knowledge of building and construction
    To be thorough and pay attention to detail
    The ability to work well with others
    The ability to work well with your hands
    Customer service skills
    Knowledge of maths
    Physical fitness and endurance
    The ability to operate and control equipment
Digital Skills Level
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device
Other Requirements
You may need a driving licence for some jobs.
What you will do
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Day to day tasks
In this job, you would
measure up where new glazed units will go, remove old windows, doors and panels, using hand and power tools, fix new windows, doors and glazed panels into place, readjust surrounding timber or brickwork to make sure fittings are secure, seal fitted units to make them weatherproof, add trims or special finishes, clear away leftover building materials, issue a work completion certificate to the property owner
Working environment
You could work at a client's home or on a construction site.
You may need to wear safety clothing and use safety equipment.
Your working environment may be outdoors some of the time and at height.
Career Path & Progression
Look at progression in this role and similar opportunities
You could become a site supervisor, window surveyor or estimator, or move into glazing sales and marketing.
You could also set up your own business or take up a window fitting franchise.
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