Halfords West Ealing - Autocare Technician Apprenticeship

The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Autocare Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.

Every day is different within the Service department. As a Autocare Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include:

Use of diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
Testing of parts and systems to ensure correct working.
Following checklists to ensure all critical parts of vehicles are examined.
Carrying out bumper to bumper overview, service, and inspection.
Maintenance of electronic systems including on- board entertainment systems.
Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres records
Maintenance of a clean and tidy work environment.
You will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of products including traditional, hybrid and electronic engines. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Autocare Technician/Mechanic.

Training Provided

Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre.

Successful applicants are required to travel to a centrally located training facility to complete their apprenticeship training. All training-related costs are fully covered as part of the programme, including travel, accommodation, and meals.

In the workplace, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained through the remote sessions and the training centre.

This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications.

Qualifications received

On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will receive the following:

Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Autocare Technician
Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
Level 2 qualification for safe isolation of electric and hybrid vehicles
Brand specific certifications
Progression towards Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Future prospects

Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network.

Qualifications required
GCSE grades 9 – 4 (A – C) or equivalent in English and Maths.
In Scotland, applicants must have Scottish National 5 Grades A - C or above in English and Maths.
'Equivalent' grades include:
• BTEC first diplomas and certificates
• OCR Nationals
• Key Skills Level 2
• NVQs
• Essential Skills (Wales)
• Functional Skills Level 2
• Core Skills (Scotland)