Motor Mechanics Apprenticeship
NORTH LONDON GARAGES GTA LTD · ENFIELD, EN3 4LQ
Autocare technician (level 2)
Are you passionate about cars and curious about how they work? Are you ready to break into a new, exciting career? We are offering the opportunity to break into the automotive industry, gain experience and build a rewarding career through our Mechanics Apprenticeship Programme.
The work
You will be employed full time in a garage and attend college one day each week on our Level 2 motor vehicle programme with progression to Level 3 on completion.
This course will provide:
- Hands-on mechanical skills through practical training
- A welcoming and supportive learning environment
- Get one-on-one mentorship & guidance from experienced industry professionals
Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to build on existing knowledge, this programme has been created to help you thrive.
Training
- An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
- Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.
Level 2 Autocare Technician qualification:
- Successful candidates will have full-time employment with training in a garage and day release at one of our training centres or other approved college to work towards achieving Level 2 qualification (over 18-months)
- You will shadow qualified technicians at work so that you are able to learn first-hand how to service, maintain and repair vehicles
- As you progress through the course and your confidence and experience grow, you will be able to start completing tasks on your own
- One of our Training Officers will visit you in your workplace to mentor you and assess your competence regularly. This is part of our close support network NLG provides to ensure that apprentices are both enjoying and succeeding in their programme
- North London Garages have rolling college programme which start approximately every 3-months. To apply, you must be able to travel to college once a week
- On completion of this Autocare Technician Apprenticeship Standard, you will be eligible to apply for IMI membership as a Registered Professional or if they wish as an Associate Member
- You will also gain entry onto the IMI Professional Register
- Functional Skills in maths and English, if needed
Training provider: NORTH LONDON GARAGES GTA
What you come out with
- Following the completion of your Intermediate Apprenticeship (18- months), we recommend that you continue onto an advanced apprenticeship (12-months) to become a fully qualified Light Vehicle Technician
- There are then a number of opportunities for progression within the motor industry, including (but not limited to): MOT Tester, Senior Technician or Workshop Manager
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Qualifications
- Desired · GCSE English or equivalent 4
- Desired · GCSE Mathematics or equivalent 4
Things to consider
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
The employer
The employer will be a local garage in your area, which we will work with you to identify and secure. You will spend four days gaining hands-on experience in the workplace, developing practical skills and learning about the day-to-day operations of the automotive industry. This placement is designed to help build your confidence, experience, and employability.
Workplace
- 39 REDBURN INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, WOODALL ROAD, ENFIELD, EN3 4LQ