At Beard, we believe it’s critical to invest in and develop tomorrow’s workforce. That's why we offer placements to T-Level students at the very beginning of their journeys into construction - like Caio Da Silva.
Caio completed his T-Level in Design, Surveying & Planning for Construction at Cirencester College in 2025. He joined us in August on a full-time contract as a Trainee Site Manager and is about to start his 2-year college course at the City of Bristol college, where he will be studying for a Level 4 construction site supervisor apprenticeship.
As part of the Cirencester College Advisory Panel for Construction, we're one of a small number of construction partners working with the college to help plan the way forward for T-levels - designing the types of placements that give students an insight into the industry and equip them with the skills they need.
Caio's continuing to thrive, and was recently awarded a monthly recognition award at the Swindon regional briefing.
At Beard, we’re committed to nurturing the next generation of construction talent, and T-Level placements are a fantastic way to invest in young people like Caio. We’ve seen first-hand how valuable these placements are for both the student and the business, and we’re looking forward to welcoming more T-Level students at Beard.
Jamie Harwood, Director & Company Safety Director, Swindon
Team members across Beard, like Social Value Coordinator Bev Parfitt, have helped to make Beard a chosen destination for young people keen to break into construction.
As an Ambassador for construction trainees, Bev provides tailored support and extension activities - like the Foundations and Futures Day event held in July and the Rise & Connect breakfast held in September.
Paula Baleson, Social Value Manager
Creating T-Level placements and work experience opportunities doesn’t just benefit young people. Students bring a fresh approach, perspective, and energy to Beard, and – essentially – help to future-proof the sector.
This T-Levels week, we want to say thank you to Bev and to everyone at Beard who has helped to forge new pathways into construction.
