Apprentice Sign Maker

Summary

Exciting times are ahead at Display Signs as we expand our operations, and we are on the lookout for a motivated Apprentice Sign Maker to join our thriving team. This is a fantastic opportunity learn a skilled trade and obtain an official qualification in level 3 sign making in a dynamic and culturally positive business environment

Annual wage: £13,312 a year
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Training course: Signage technician (level 3)
Hours: 40 Hours per week Monday - Friday. Shifts TBC.
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 23 September
Duration: 2 Years
Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

General production:

Handheld tool operation
Training provided on vinyl plotters and printers
Fitting signs at client locations (accompanied by experienced fitter)
Laminating Application directly onto sub straight or graphics onto a vehicle
Liaising with design team
Quality Control
Upkeep of work area, "pride in the workplace"

Where you’ll work

Display Signs

Popes Quay

Rockingham Road

Uxbridge

UB8 2UB

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

BPIF TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Signage technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Interpret information, for example customer briefs, specifications and work instructions.

Conduct site survey.

Calculate costs and prepare quotations.

Plan and schedule work.

Prepare for signage work.

Use graphic design software to design signage.

Create pre-fabrication files/instructions.

Select and use materials and components.

Assemble signs.

Trim, clean and add fixing features to signage such as eyelets, hinges and brackets, as required.

Protect materials and signs to prevent damage during manufacture, transportation and storage.

Apply, install or erect signs.

Check signage materials and products against quality requirements.

Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace; advise on and apply control measures.

Comply with health and safety regulations and requirements.

Comply with organisational and statutory environmental and sustainability considerations: safe disposal of waste, recycling of materials and efficient use of resources.

Select, set up, complete pre-checks and operate sign-making machinery, tools and equipment.

Maintain work area, tools and equipment for example, charge batteries and sharpen blades.

Use access equipment in the installation process, for example ladders, fixed and mobile platforms.

Communicate with colleagues and/or stakeholders – verbal, written or electronic; use industry terminology.

Complete documentation for example job sheets, maintenance records.

Rectify or report issues.

Your training plan

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the qualification obtained will be a Level 3 Signage Apprenticeship Standard
The apprentice will be given sufficient time to undertake their "off-the-job" requirement of the apprenticeship during their working hours
Throughout your time as an apprentice, you will be supported by both your employer and BPIF Training to achieve the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the apprenticeship through a structured training plan
You will be assigned a training coordinator who will work with you throughout your apprenticeship to ensure that you have the best training and support available
Most training and studying will be a combination of regular site-based visits at the employer's premises and remote delivery
Candidates without the required level of maths and English will be required to complete Functional Skills alongside the apprenticeship

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade 4)
Maths (grade 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Attention to detail
Communication skills
Creative
Customer care skills
Initiative
Logical
Non judgemental
Organisation skills
Patience
Presentation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working

About this company

Display Signs, based in West London, has been a key player in the signage industry for over 40 years. Operating from our purpose built, 10,000 square foot factory, we are a dynamic, full-service signage manufacturer. Our expertise spans designing, manufacturing, and installing a diverse range of signage and display materials. Our offering includes wayfinding, safety signage, glass manifestations, wallpapers, hoarding panels, pylons/totems, external and internal signage, Braille and tactile signage, desk and interior building wraps, and vehicle wraps. We proudly serve a broad range of loyal clients, including local authorities, schools, care homes, and the NHS.

After this apprenticeship

With experience, you could become a supervisor or manager. You could specialise in different areas within the industry, working as a senior sign maker, fitter or account manager. You could become self-employed, either independently or as part of a franchise.

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