Reds10, a leader in industrialised construction, has teamed up with Driffield School and Sixth Form and The Talent Foundry to introduce a Construction T Level at the school, offering local students an alternative to A Levels and a clear route into skilled construction careers.

The two-year programme launches this month, with the T Level officially starting in October 2027. Students will complete most of their studies at the school, supplemented by industry visits and work experience at Reds10, giving hands-on exposure to modern industrialised construction practices.

Reds10’s Driffield site spans five factory buildings, employs 269 staff—82% of whom live within a 30-mile radius—and is one of the region’s largest employers. Skills development is a core focus, with 16 apprentices currently supported through a structured programme led by a full-time mentor and a dedicated Apprentice Hub specialising in joinery.

The T Level programme offers two routes into the industry: a Professional Pathway via the T Level and a Vocational Pathway through apprenticeships. The initiative addresses the local shortage of T Level courses and aims to increase Reds10’s capacity to offer apprenticeships over the next two years.

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Two student cohorts will be involved. Cohort A, entering Year 10 in September 2025, will be the first to enrol in the Construction T Level. Cohort B, current Year 9 students, will engage with practical STEM-linked workshops that introduce them to construction careers. Both cohorts will receive tailored coaching, work experience, and guidance on GCSE options and post-16 pathways.

Reds10 acts as funder and employer, The Talent Foundry as facilitator, and Driffield School and Sixth Form as the education partner.

Paul Ruddick, CEO at Reds10, said: "At Reds10, we firmly believe in the importance of creating opportunities for local young people. While demand for apprenticeships in construction is strong, the industry isn’t providing enough apprenticeship opportunities to meet this demand. By employing our own workforce and using our offsite construction model, we can offer consistent, high-quality training and meaningful career pathways. Working with like-minded partners like The Talent Foundry and Driffield School creates accessible routes into fulfilling construction careers that are built on innovation, stability, and real opportunity."

Jenni Anderson of The Talent Foundry, added: "At The Talent Foundry, we believe that working in partnership can unlock opportunity for young people. With Reds10 and Driffield School we will be supporting talented local young people have a clear and supported route into exciting and sustainable careers in construction. Together this programme will dismantle industry barriers and help students to realise their potential, no matter their background."