Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Roofing Occupations (Construction)
£950.00
The Level 2 NVQ in Roofing Occupations (Slater and Tiler) is designed for individuals working in the construction industry who carry out roofing tasks as part of their role. This qualification is designed for operatives who already have practical, on-site experience in slating or tiling roofs and wish to gain a nationally recognised qualification that formally recognises their skills and competence.
It is ideal for:
- Roofers specialising in slating or tiling on domestic, commercial, or construction projects
- Operatives installing pitched roofs, ridges, hips, valleys, and roof openings
- Individuals looking to gain a CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
- Workers who have learned their trade on-site and want formal recognition
- Employers seeking to upskill and validate the competence of their roofing workforce
The qualification is competence-based and assessed in the workplace, allowing candidates to achieve the NVQ while continuing to work, with no requirement for classroom-based study.
Skills and Knowledge Candidates Are Expected to Evidence
To achieve the Level 2 NVQ in Roofing Occupations (Slater and Tiler), candidates must demonstrate that they can competently and safely carry out a range of roofing tasks, including:
- Preparing and setting out roof areas in line with specifications and drawings
- Installing slates or tiles accurately to line, level, and gauge
- Cutting, shaping, and fitting slates or tiles around openings, abutments, and edges
- Installing ridge, hip, and verge components to industry standards
- Applying appropriate fixings, adhesives, and underlays
- Mixing and applying mortars and bedding compounds where required
- Installing roof ventilation and other high-level components
- Maintaining quality standards and checking completed work for accuracy and finish
- Using hand tools, power tools, and equipment safely and effectively
- Working efficiently as part of a team and maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area
Candidates must also demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Health, safety, and environmental practices on construction sites
- Properties and correct use of roofing materials
- Effects of weather, material type, and roof design on installation
- Minimising waste and working sustainably
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas
Successful completion of the qualification confirms that the learner is a competent slater or tiler, capable of carrying out roofing work to the required standard and meeting industry expectations at Level 2.
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems (Construction)
£950.00
The Level 2 NVQ in Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems is designed for individuals working in the construction industry who carry out roofing activities involving waterproof membranes. This qualification is designed for operatives who already have practical, on-site experience in installing membrane roofing systems and wish to gain a nationally recognised qualification that formally recognises their skills and competence.
It is ideal for:
- Roofers specialising in waterproof membrane systems, including flat and low-slope roofs
- Operatives working on new build, refurbishment, or maintenance projects
- Individuals looking to gain a CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
- Workers who have learned their trade on-site and want formal recognition
- Employers seeking to upskill and validate the competence of their roofing workforce
The qualification is competence-based and assessed in the workplace, enabling candidates to achieve the NVQ while continuing to work, with no requirement for classroom-based study.
Skills and Knowledge Candidates Are Expected to Evidence
To achieve the Level 2 NVQ in Waterproof Membrane Roofing Systems, candidates must demonstrate that they can competently and safely carry out a range of roofing tasks, including:
- Preparing and setting out roof areas in accordance with specifications, drawings, and safety requirements
- Installing waterproof membranes using hand or machine-applied techniques
- Sealing joints, edges, and penetrations to ensure water-tightness
- Installing insulation, flashings, and associated components
- Applying finishes, coatings, or protective layers as required by the system
- Checking and correcting work to maintain quality, durability, and compliance
- Using hand tools, power tools, and equipment safely and effectively
- Working efficiently as part of a team and maintaining a clean, safe, and organised work area
Candidates must also demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- Health, safety, and environmental practices on construction sites
- Properties and correct use of waterproofing materials and membranes
- Effects of weather, substrate, and roof design on installation
- Minimising waste and working sustainably
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas
Successful completion of the qualification confirms that the learner is a competent waterproof membrane roofer, capable of carrying out roofing work to the required standard and meeting industry expectations at Level 2.
Frequently asked questions about the L2 NVQs in Roofing
Q. Who is the L2 Roofing in Slating & Tiling NVQ suitable for?
A. It's for anyone already working as a roofer who can perform a variety of tasks, including installing membrane and battens, installing natural roof slates, installing plain roof tiles, installing single lap roof tiles, and installing weatherproof flashings to prove occupational competence on site. This qualification would enable the candidate to apply for a Blue CSCS card.
Q. Who is the L2 Roofing Liquid Membrane NVQ suitable for?
A. It's for anyone already working as a roofer who can perform a variety of tasks, including preparing surfaces for membranes, applying reinforced bitumen membranes, roofing repairs, installing single ply membranes, applying liquid membranes, and many different units to choose from, etc to prove occupational competence on site. These qualifications would enable the candidate to apply for a Blue CSCS card.
Q. What are the benefits of having an NVQ in Roofing?
A. It shows employers that you have industry-recognised competence as a roofer, covering both handskills and trade understanding. The NVQ will allow you to apply for your L2 Blue CSCS card, enabling you to work on sites and commercial builds.
Q. Do I need to attend college?
A. No, you do not need to attend a college or take time off work. The roofing NVQs are designed so that the assessor can collect all the evidence needed to achieve this qualification from what you do every day in your place of work.
Q. How long does a Roofing NVQ take?
A. Most candidates complete them in 4-8 weeks, depending on how quickly evidence is gathered.
The accelerated NVQ route is designed for experienced roofer who have 3 years of experience or more in the industry.
The NVQ is designed to work around your lifestyle and workload. So it's really down to each candidate and their desired pace.
Q. What evidence is required for a Roofing NVQ?
A. Evidence for the roofing NVQs includes a range of: videos or timelapses, photos of working documents, photos of work carried out by the candidate, witness testimonies, professional discussions about work carried out previously, and general trade knowledge.
Q. What happens if evidence is missing?
A. If evidence is missing, the assessor will guide the candidate to complete it by collecting the missing evidence through other forms of assessment. There is no pass or fail exam.
Q. Can a Roofing NVQ be assessed remotely?
A. Yes. Both roofing NVQs can be assessed remotely using video calls, photos, and recorded video evidence, reducing site disruption and being less intrusive.
