Level 2 Motor Vehicle Apprentice Protyre

An opportunity to work and learn alongside qualified and experienced mechanics whilst studying towards an industry recognised Light Motor Vehicle Apprenticeship through a combination of on-job and off-job training.

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Closing date: 28 Sep 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    Initial pay will be at the age appropriate apprentice rate £5.28 per hour. Apprentices over the age of 18 will earn the National Minimum Wage once 6 months service is completed.

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Shifts to be confirmed

    Total hours per week: 40

  • Expected duration

    30 Months

  • Possible start date

    16 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    13 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Intermediate
    Level 2 (GCSE)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000198220

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Servicing working to guidelines to ensure a vehicle is running at optimum performance 
  • Maintenance replacing parts that have wear and tear before they fail
  • Repair diagnosing the reason for vehicle failure and fixing the problem
  • The techniques and daily responsibilities you will learn will include: using diagnostic, mechanical and electrical measuring equipment to investigate vehicle faults and identify their underlying causes
  • Inspecting and preparing customers vehicles ready for mechanical work
  • Removing, repairing, or replacing components to the correct specification
  • Contributing to a safe working environment, by working within Health and Safety processes
  • Admin and customer service duties that include updating job cards

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

  • 4 days a week within the Protyre Autocare Centre to be comprised of on the job training plus our online training modules
  • 1 day a week at College attending off-job training and development
  • Working towards gaining your Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Autocare Technician qualification

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Protyre Autocare provides excellent opportunities for career progression plus additional industry qualifications and training

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Demonstrate mechanical skills, Punctual, Hardworking and self motivated, Good work ethic, Polite and honest, Reliable, Willingness to learn, Willing to develop new skills

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

You should have an interest in the way vehicles operate and demonstrate general analytical and mechanical skills.

About the employer

Protyre Autocare is the retail branch of The Micheldever Group offering car servicing, MOT's, tyres plus other mechanical work and has a history of providing customers with a friendly, local service whilst encompassing big brand choice, quality, value and piece of mind.

Employer

Protyre

Address

Unit 4 Romar Court

First Avenue

Bletchley

MK1 1RH

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Training

Training provider

AYLESBURY COLLEGE

Contact

Simon Fusedale

simon.fusedale@protyre.co.uk

07901 294132

Apprenticeship standard

Autocare technician

Level 2 (GCSE)

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