Vehicle Body Panel Apprenticeship - Plymouth Vospers Motor House Ltd

Apprentices will be working alongside fully qualified body panel technicians to be fully trained in repairing and replacing damaged panels using approved techniques including gas, electric and plastic welding. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to earn a salary and gain a level 3 qualification.

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Closing date: 31 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

    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

    Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, may vary. START DATE TO BE CONFIRMED.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    30 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Nov 2023

  • Date posted

    15 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000198964

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Vehicle Body Panel Technician Apprentices are trained to repair and replace damaged panels using approved techniques, including:

  • Gas
  • Electric
  • Plastic welding up to B.S.I certification

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

  • Key Skills (IT, Communication and Application of Number)
  • College block release
  • Learner will receive Level 3 Vehicle damage panel technician Standard qualification

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

A full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority. The opportunities are endless.

By having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their career within the specific interests they may have, whether it be progressing through their dealership, or working towards a job within motorsport.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 or above) Essential

About the employer

The Company commenced trading as a motor business in Plymouth during 1946. The present Chairman’s father founded the business and he was joined by his own father after incorporation in 1951. Over the years the Company became franchise holders for AC, Fiat, Volkswagen, Jaguar and Simca and then was appointed a Ford Retail Dealer in 1957. Vospers entered into the daily rental and contract hire business through their associated company, Vospers Rentacar Ltd in the 1950’s In addition, many of our sites hold BS 10125 accreditation - an important industry indicator of quality, meaning you can trust our team to complete your vehicle repairs to the highest standard.

Employer

Vospers Motor House Ltd

Address

9-17 Valley Road

PL7 1RS

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Training

Training provider

SKILLNET LIMITED

Contact

Charlotte Steer

charlotte.steer@skillnet.org.uk

01923 216 165

Apprenticeship standard

Vehicle damage panel technician

Level 3 (A level)

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