16th September 2024
South Devon College is extremely proud to announce that one of its Roofing and Tiling students has reached the SkillBuild National Final 2024.
Jack Mayo, 21, from Warminster, representing West Country Tiling in Frome, is completing the Roof Slating and Tiling Apprenticeship at South Devon College and is a finalist after excelling in the Roof Slating and Tiling category during the South West Heat in April. He will showcase his talents against the very best in the final, which will take place at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes in November.
After over 1,000 registrations across 10 construction trades and 19 regional heats, Jack is in the top eight in his trade to compete at the SkillBuild National Final.
During the final, the competitors will need to construct a project created by a panel of judges, over three days, within an 18-hour time frame, testing their knowledge, skills and abilities in their chosen trade. The final will also highlight their ability to work under pressure within strict timelines whilst adhering to health and safety protocols.
Jack Mayo takes part in the Skillbuild heats
Carl Holman, Assessor Coach in Carpentry at South Devon College, said: “Jack is an outstanding individual – his work is consistently completed to perfection which is so admirable in a learner his age. Good luck for the final Jack!”
Delivered by the CITB, the industry training board for the construction sector in England, Scotland, and Wales, SkillBuild is the largest multi-trade competition in the UK for construction trainees and apprentices, and has been running for over 45 years.
Steve Caunter, Assistant Principal and Skills Nominee at South Devon College, said: “South Devon College is confident that Jack’s hard work, passion, and determination will shine through in this competition, showcasing not only his individual talents but also the high standard of training and education provided by the college.
“The entire college community, including his teachers and assessors, are rooting for Jack, and we look forward to celebrating his achievements on the national stage. Good luck, Jack!”
