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Mechanised Print, Finishing and Binding Apprentice CPI UK MANAGEMENT COMPANY LTD

An opportunity to develop as a skilled Bindery Operator and actively participate in an apprenticeship in Mechanised Print Finishing and Binding.

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Closing date: 31 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £19,760.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday: 8am - 4pm

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    09 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    26 May 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000048962

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Learn to operate binding machines in the production of cased and flush books
  • Learn how to operate a single knife guillotine
  • Understand the components and make-up of books
  • Learn how to make a book by hand
  • Actively participate in your own development plan
  • Working towards key performance standards, but always recognising that quality is paramount
  • Ensure good housekeeping of area

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • Apprenticeship Standard for Print Level 2

  • Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)

  • 1 day per month study at workplace with Learn2print.

  • Allocated assessor with regular visits to the workplace to review practical element of the apprenticeship.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Full-time position within the company is available to the right candidate on completion of the Apprenticeship programme

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Desired

Things to consider

The successful candidate will be considered for Print L3 after assessments have been completed by L2P & the company.

About the employer

CPI Books is the UK’s leading book printing service provider. Our customers benefit from our supply chain solutions and global print network. CPI produces books and journals across multiple channels including Trade, STMA, Tax, Law, Bibles, Catalogues, as well as Self-Publishing.

Employer

CPI UK MANAGEMENT COMPANY LTD

Address

Units 1, CPI Antony Rowe, Industrial estate,

4 Pegasus Way, Bowerhill, Melksham

SN12 6TR

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Training

Training provider

AXIA SOLUTIONS LIMITED

Contact

Jeanette Vickers

jeanettevickers@learn2print.co.uk

01636636000

Apprenticeship standard

Print operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

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