Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician - OC Motor Repair, Reading

O C MOTOR REPAIR LIMITED

Berkshire (RG2 0QX)

Closes on Thursday 30 April 2026

Posted on 19 March 2026

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Summary

As an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician, you will work as part of a highly skilled workforce that is committed to quality, preparing, spraying and finishing vehicles that have been involved in collisions and other incidents. The successful candidate can expect a high-quality training package with excellent career prospects.

• Wage:

  £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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  Annual Leave - 20 days + BH’s with an Increase of 1 day per year after 2 years’ service up to 5 extra days.

• Training course: Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
• Hours: Typically, Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm. with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 11 May 2026

• Duration:

  2 years 6 months

• Positions available:

  1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

• Repair of minor scratches and dents
• Preparation of new and repaired panels for refinishing
• Preparing vehicle surfaces for masking and priming
• Paint refinishing techniques, paint detailing
• Paint detailing and buffing 
• Polishing the paintwork of the panel to a suitable finish

Where you'll work

20 to 22 Bennet Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG2 0QX

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED

Training course

Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

• Ability to undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair e.g. substrate surface preparation, paint volume calculation etc
• Ability to correctly identify the substrate materials to be refinished e.g. plastic, steel, aluminium etc
• Ability to interpret relevant technical data and methods to create paint manufactures specified application
• Ability to use refinishing materials following paint manufacturer specifications to reinstate vehicle finish back to high quality
• Ability to identify and operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g mixing systems, paint booths, UV lamps and spray equipment

Training schedule

• Our training partner will deliver a high-quality programme onsite in our bodyshop alongside a highly skilled mentor, who will support you in becoming a skilled and qualified vehicle paint technician
• Once the apprenticeship is complete, you will achieve a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard Vehicle Damage Paint Technician
• Level 2 maths and English Functional Skills for all apprentices aged 16-18 at start (if not already achieved)
• An option to complete Level 2 maths and English Functional Skills for all apprentices aged 19+ at start (if not already achieved)

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4/C or above)
• Maths (grade 4/C or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Other requirements

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and organised.  Keen to support others as a cooperative team member and eager to learn, with a genuine passion for cars and all things automotive.

About this employer

OC Motor Repairs Ltd is an accident repair centre that is part of the One Call Group of Companies. It has been established for over 10 years and is a group of insurance approved vehicle repair centres, working to ensure the highest quality standards are maintained. We specialise in car body repairs and accident crash repairs.

What began as a small, specialist repair operation has grown into a nationwide accident‑repair centre network trusted by motorists and insurers alike. Over 19 years of trading, we’ve invested in people, training and technology so we can handle today’s body, paint and safety‑system requirements with the same care and precision we’re known for.

Skilled technicians
Our team brings hands‑on experience, ongoing training and a practical, no‑jargon approach. From structural repairs and panel alignment to paint matching and refinishing, you get careful workmanship backed by clear communication.
Built for modern vehicles (including EVs)
We’re fully equipped for today’s cars, vans and EVs—specialist isolation procedures, battery‑safe bays, and the right diagnostic tools. That extends to ADAS resets and calibration, computerised alignment, and the latest refinishing systems for a durable, like‑new result.
Manufacturer‑aligned methods
We follow approved processes and reference manufacturer data for geometry, camera/radar calibration and repair techniques—so safety systems behave predictably and the finish stands the test of time.

https://ocmotorrepairs.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Full training with strong management support, promotion opportunities, optional £1k+ lottery, charity events, monthly star rewards, extra leave after 2 years, pension scheme, annual events, free uniform, monthly bonus incentives

After this apprenticeship

• Following completion of your apprenticeship, you can look forward to a full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority, such as workshop controller, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Bodyshop Manager
• The opportunities are endless. Having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their careers within the automotive sector, following their own interests and ambitions

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED

Jo Jones at Auto Assess

joanne@auto-assessltd.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000022051.

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Closes on Thursday 30 April 2026