Bodywork Repair Technician Apprentice
BEDFORDSHIRE CAR SALES LTD
Grovebury Road (LU74DD)
Closes in 9 days (Monday 5 May 2025)
Posted on 3 April 2025
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Summary
As an Accident Repair Technician Apprentice for Bedfordshire Car Sales Ltd, based in Leighton Buzzard, you will assist in repairing and restoring vehicles damaged in accidents. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will learn key skills such as dent removal, panel replacement, welding, and refinishing techniques.
- Wage
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£14,722.50 a year
- Training course
- Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday- Friday
10.00am- 6.00pm
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Sunday 1 June 2025
- Duration
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3 years 3 months
- Positions available
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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
Bedfordshire Car Sales Ltd in Leighton Buzzard are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Accident Repair Technician Apprentice to join their expert team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in vehicle body repair and refinishing while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
So what will you be learning?
- You will be assisting in repairing vehicle bodywork, including dent removal, panel replacement, and welding
- As well as learning how to prepare and refinish vehicle surfaces to a high standard
- Gain proficiency in using specialist tools and equipment in accordance with industry best practices
- Ensuring you are following health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment
- You will be completing training modules and coursework as part of the apprenticeship program
A successful Candidate will have the following traits;
- A keen interest in the automotive industry
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Good attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work well as part of a team
As an Apprentice with Bedfordshire Car Sales Lt, You will receive the following benefits;
- Full training and support
- Hands-on experience working with skilled professionals
- A friendly and supportive working environmentCareer progression opportunities within the company
Where you’ll work
Unit 4 Chassis Industrial Estate
Grovebury Road
LU74DD
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Your training course
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
Equal to A level
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
Your training plan
- Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician
- Level 2 Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- Maths (grade 3)
- English (grade 3)
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
- communication skills
- manual dexterity
Other requirements
Candidates must carry out an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.
About this company
Bedfordshire Car Sales, established in 2016 in Leighton Buzzard, is a trusted used car dealership offering a wide selection of quality pre-owned vehicles. In addition to car sales, they operate a fully equipped garage and MOT station, providing expert servicing, repairs, and MOT testing.
After this apprenticeship
- Upon Successfully completing apprenticeship there may be career progression opportunities within the Company
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BEDFORD COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000313345.
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Closes in 9 days (Monday 5 May 2025)
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