Kia Motor Vehicle Technician Apprentice PENTRAETH AUTOMOTIVES LTD
Are you passionate about a long-term career within the automotive industry? Do you strive to become a fully qualified Vehicle Technician? Do you want to join the UK's most exciting and dynamic car brand whose company ethos is Family-like Care? If the answer is yes, then the Kia Apprenticeship Programme could be the career route for you.
Closing date: 26 Aug 2022
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,004.80
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Total hours per week: 40
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Expected duration
36 Months
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Possible start date
26 Sep 2022
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Date posted
31 May 2022
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000050499
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Duties will include:
- Working alongside qualified Kia Technicians with the investigation, repair and service of vehicles
- Producing estimates
- Carrying out diagnostics
- Warranty work
- Assisting with MOT's on Kia vehicles
- Other general technical duties and general housekeeping
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle) Level 3.
The Apprenticeship Programme lasts for a total of 36 months. The training incorporates underpinning knowledge in partnership and managed by EMTEC Colleges. Throughout the duration of the programme the candidates will be expected to travel to the Kia Training Academy in Nottinghamshire for 20 separate weeks to carry out skills training.
Regular visits to the dealership from the Kia Training Academy Assessors will take place, who will observe all evidence opportunities that occur naturally in the workplace. Candidates will be expected to engage in self-directed learning outside of normal working hours, which will be monitored and tracked through an online e-portal.
The apprentice, employer and provider are required to maintain a log book that captures progress over the programme. Assessment Includes: On-going assessment of soft skills and behaviours, a behaviour assessment, Knowledge and understanding tests at the end of Gateway 1 and 2, Skills tests at the end of Gateway 1 and 2.
This is followed by the synoptic assessment, of which there are four components:
- Log book (final year review to assess progress)
- Behaviour Assessment
- Knowledge Test (an in-depth, online test exploring knowledge/understanding of the apprentice)
- Skills Test (two-day practical examination of the skills of the apprentice)
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
There is the potential of a permanent role with the organisation upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, however this will be determined by the employer. Your salary shall be reviewed throughout your apprenticeship.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
PENTRAETH AUTOMOTIVES LTD
Address
HENFFORDD GARAGE
PENTRAETH ROAD
MENAI BRIDGE
LL59 5RW
Training
Training provider
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
Apprenticeship standard
Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician (light vehicle)
Level 3 (A level)
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