Kaycie Hall, 18, is breaking barriers as Keepmoat’s first female bricklaying apprentice in the North East, gaining valuable skills and confidence.
West Denton: A neurodivergent teen is making waves as Keepmoat’s first female bricklaying apprentice. Kaycie Hall, 18, is thriving in her new role.
She struggled in school, finding it overwhelming. Now, she’s pursuing a Level 2 Bricklaying Apprenticeship at the National House Building Council’s Training Hub in Scotswood.
Kaycie started her apprenticeship in June 2023 after completing a Women into Construction course. This program helps women enter the construction field.
Currently, she works on The Rise development, a project by Keepmoat and Newcastle City Council. They aim to build 1,800 new homes in the area.
Kaycie prefers hands-on work. She found the classroom environment challenging due to her neurodivergence. It was tough to sit still and focus on written tasks.
She said the Women into Construction course confirmed her interest in a practical career. After the six-week program, she landed an interview with Keepmoat.
Her apprenticeship has been rewarding. She’s gained practical skills and grown in confidence. Kaycie enjoys meeting new people and improving her communication skills.
Geoff Scott from Keepmoat praised Kaycie’s progress. He noted her practical skills and confidence have flourished during her time at the academy.
Keepmoat’s apprenticeship schemes aim to address the skills shortage in the industry. They are excited to see apprentices like Kaycie succeed.
