Welcome to the UK Construction Podcast hosted by the team from the UK Construction Blog! 

Ever wondered where your construction skills could take you beyond the job site? 

In this episode, we talk to John Ryan, a skilled bricklayer who took his on-site experience to the classroom as a trainer in Further Education. 

He shares his inspiring journey, challenges faced and why he believes it’s important to train the next wave of tradespeople, now more than ever. 

If you’ve spent years working on-site and are wondering what opportunities lie beyond, Ryan’s journey might just inspire your next move.

Topics covered:

✔️ The path from bricklaying to teaching
✔️ Skills every aspiring bricklayer needs
✔️ Common misconceptions about working in construction
✔️ The future of trades and why they matter
✔️ Advice for anyone considering a career in construction

For further information check out: https://www.teachinfurthereducation.education.gov.uk/

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