Roof Slating and Tiling Full-Time

What's it all about? Roof Slaters and Tilers work on new roofs, repair work and refurbishment (stripping old roofs off and replacing them with new roofs). This can be done using a variety of methods, from large format concrete tiles with a covering of 10 tiles per m² to small formats with a covering of 60 tiles per m². The work can range from a small repair to a house extension. What skills and qualities do I need? A careful, methodical and accurate approach to your work The ability to work well in a team A head for heights What would I learn at College? How to cut and fix backgrounds onto a roof such as felt, battens and lead work How to cut and fix large format tiles (single-lap) How to cut and fix small profile tiles (double-lap) How to cut and fix slates How to cut and fix ridge tiles with mortar and mechanically dry fix How to use roofing tools e.g. trowel