Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor

FMG REPAIR SERVICES LIMITED

Cambridge (CB4 1TF)

Closes on Monday 30 November 2026

Posted on 15 October 2026

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Summary

Looking for a first step into a career where you learn on the job while earning? Join FMG Repair Services in Cambridge as an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor, inspecting damaged vehicles, producing repair estimates and working with customers, insurers and technicians while gaining a Level 4 qualification.

Wage

£19,947.20 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£9.59 per hour in year 1, rising to the national wage for your age from year 2.

Training course
Vehicle damage assessor (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday (varied between 08:00–17:00).

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 December 2026

Duration

1 year 8 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

  • Inspecting damaged vehicles and accurately recording damage using manufacturer guidance
  • Producing repair estimates using estimating software and learning how repair costs are calculated
  • Supporting the creation of repair specifications and ensuring work follows manufacturer repair methods and safety standards
  • Assisting with job documentation, photographs, parts ordering and workflow planning
  • Communicating professionally with customers, colleagues, insurers and engineers
  • Maintaining accurate records while following health, safety and environmental procedures
  • Supporting the team to ensure repairs are completed on time and to a high standard

Where you'll work

12 Nuffield Road
Cambridge
CB4 1TF

Training

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

Training provider

THATCHAM RESEARCH

Training course

Vehicle damage assessor (level 4)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Recognise properties of different types of vehicle damage
  • Maintain records
  • Use manual and digital image technology
  • Locate vehicle unique identification details
  • Diagnose safety faults on vehicles
  • Read, adhere to and apply relevant legislation
  • Use repair methods
  • Make judgements on vehicle damage, taking into account safety and cost
  • Commercial decision making
  • Prepare costings based on parts and labour ratios
  • Oral communication, listening and negotiation skills
  • Use industry guidelines appropriately
  • Recognises importance of gaining approval before work commences
  • Use of estimating software, spreadsheets, on-line databases
  • Recognise properties of different types of vehicle damage
  • Maintain records
  • Use manual and digital image technology
  • Locate vehicle unique identification details
  • Diagnose safety faults on vehicles
  • Read, adhere to and apply relevant legislation
  • Use repair methods
  • Make judgements on vehicle damage, taking into account safety and cost
  • Commercial decision making
  • Prepare costings based on parts and labour ratios
  • Oral communication, listening and negotiation skills
  • Use industry guidelines appropriately
  • Use of estimating software, spreadsheets, on-line databases

Training schedule

Your training will take place both at your workplace and Thatcham Research Automotive Academy, Daytona Drive, Thatcham, RG19 4NR. Block-release training with an apprenticeship provider every six weeks.

More training information

  • Block-release training with an apprenticeship provider every six weeks
  • On-the-job guidance from an experienced team and allocated workplace mentor
  • Visits from a training provider coach every 6–8 weeks
  • Additional support from Apprenticeship Central

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

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

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working

Other requirements

Able to travel reliably to and from the workplace.

About this employer

 FMG Repair Services are the UK's leading accident repair services group, with opportunities in our repair centres, Mobile Repair and Motorglass teams throughout England, Scotland and Wales. We recognise our people are our greatest asset - central to our success - with our team working in a diverse range of roles and locations nationwide.

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

Company benefits

  • 23 days annual leave and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
  • Free life assurance (x2 your basic salary)
  • Pension & save-as-you-earn share schem
  • Well-being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
  • Stream App – a Financial Well-being app. 

 

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

You'll learn a range of technical skills, gain hands-on experience across multiple disciplines, and receive ongoing support to help you succeed. After completing the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with the company in a permanent role and develop your career as a Vehicle Damage Assessor.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THATCHAM RESEARCH

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059430.

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Closes on Monday 30 November 2026

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.