Bodywork and Vehicle Paint Spray Apprentice

Whitestar Travel

PETERLEE (SR8 2JF)

Closes in 22 days (Friday 28 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 6 August 2026

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Summary

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Bodywork & Vehicle Paint Spray Apprentice to join our friendly workshop team at Whitestar Travel. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for vehicles who is keen to learn the skills needed to build a career in the automotive repair industry.

Wage

£16,640 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Training course
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

3 years

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

Working alongside experienced technicians, you'll gain hands-on experience in:

  • Preparing vehicles for repair by cleaning, sanding, filling and masking damaged areas.
  • Learning how to mix paint, apply primers, base coats and clear coats using professional spray equipment.
  • Assisting with repairing damaged body panels and replacing parts where required.
  • Polishing, buffing and finishing repaired vehicles to achieve a high-quality professional finish.
  • Following health and safety procedures while maintaining a clean and organised workshop environment.

 

Where you'll work

1B DAVY DRIVE
NORTH WEST INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
PETERLEE
SR8 2JF

Training

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

Training provider

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

Training course

Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

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

Day release at Sunderland College.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4-9)
  • Maths (grade 4-9)

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

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Logical
  • Initiative
  • Patience

Other requirements

There is the slight potential for working outside.

About this employer

Whitestar Travel is based in Peterlee, County Durham, with a busy vehicle workshop specialising in vehicle diagnostics, repairs and paintwork. Alongside maintaining our own fleet, we also carry out work on a wide range of customer vehicles.

After this apprenticeship

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

There will be the possibility of full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046897.

Apply now

Closes in 22 days (Friday 28 August 2026 at 11:59pm)