Apprentice Bus and Coach Technician BLAND'S (RUTLAND) LTD

Do you want to jump start your career? S&B Automotive Academy are recruiting! As a bus and coach technician, you will inspect, diagnose, repair and test equipment and systems. If you are a 'can-do', enthusiastic, and motivated individual who works well as a team player, this will be a great opportunity for you!

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Closing date: 11 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £18,278.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm. 1 hour Lunch.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    3 Years

  • Possible start date

    12 Dec 2023

  • Date posted

    02 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000209432

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

The successful applicant will be working on a range of buses and coaches while learning their trade to a nationally recognised standard.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and hard-working person to work in the automotive industry. Task to be carried out:

  • Understanding the fundamentals of existing and emerging mechanical vehicle design and systems
  • Carry out routine mechanical servicing, planned preventative maintenance and “health checks”
  • Carry out routine servicing
  • Inspect, diagnose and repair braking systems
  • Use diagnostic equipment and software to diagnose and rectify located faults on mechanical components

The training you will be getting

Training is delivered in the workplace and via seven weekly college training blocks per year at S&B's specialist Automotive Academy in Bristol.

The apprentice will be assigned a workplace mentor and a college mentor who will offer support, advice, and guidance by monitoring progress via a purposely bespoke and developed electronic logbook that all parties can access any time.

Apprentices take a Gateway Assessment at the end of every year to progress until the completion of the End Point Assessment.

The apprentice will be required to travel to S&B's Academy and stay in hotel accommodation. All costs for any public transport (if required) and accommodation, including breakfast and a two-course evening meal, are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

As a result, you will receive the following qualifications:

  • Level 3 Bus and Coach Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in maths & English (if required)

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • As a company, we are committed to providing development and training opportunities to our employees
  • An apprenticeship is the grounding for your future development and there are lots of opportunities to develop your career

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Team working

Qualifications

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

Things to consider

The competition for apprenticeship placements is strong so please ensure your application is tailored to the type of apprenticeship you are applying for, pay attention to presentation, spelling and grammar and include any relevant experience, hobbies/interests, or qualifications.

About the employer

The Bland’s name has been well known in Rutland and the surrounding areas since 1929. Since then, our friendly and professional drivers have been trusted to safely transport several generations of Rutland families and are a familiar sight in the local area.

Employer

BLAND'S (RUTLAND) LTD

Address

Mallard Park

Bourne Road

Essendine

PE9 4LT

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Training

Training provider

S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

David Watts

dwatts@sandbaa.com

07852344136

Apprenticeship standard

Bus and coach engineering technician

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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