CVS Van Centre Service Technician Apprenticeship

Overview

CVS Canterbury Van Centre Service Technician Apprenticeship - Job . Volkswagen Group Retail: looking for the next generation of apprentices to work within our retail network, taking on the technical and life skills that will be the foundation of a rewarding career. The Service department plays a pivotal role in delivering excellent customer service and first-time fixes.

We offer a fully rounded training experience with brand certifications over a three-year programme, combining virtual learning, face-to-face weeks, in-work mentoring, and practical application.

• 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.
• Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts including clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, and suspension.
• Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for customers and centre 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. The range will provide a varied technical training experience.

Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at a state-of-the-art training centre. Trainers will guide you through the programme using e-learning, classroom learning and practical application. A dedicated workplace mentor will support your learning as you apply skills gained through remote sessions and at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre. You will gain apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications, with opportunities such as Outward Bound for personal development.

On successful completion of the three-year programme, you will receive:

• Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle)
• Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling
• Brand specific certifications

Minimum Entry Requirements: GCSE grades 9–4 (A–C) in English, Maths and Science. In Scotland, National 5 grades A–C or above in English, Maths and a Science/Technical subject. See below for equivalent qualifications.

• BTEC first diplomas and certificates
• OCR Nationals
• Key Skills Level 2
• NVQs
• Essential Skills (Wales)
• Functional Skills Level 2
• Core Skills (Scotland)

Predicted grades may be used and offers may be conditional on predicted results. Please note the closing date and interview timeline: closes 17 December 2025; interviews expected week commencing 2 January 2026. We reserve the right to close the advert early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

English and Maths guidance updated in February 2025. This employer supports upskilling in English and Maths by exception; entry grade criteria as advertised still applies. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion: all applications anonymised by the recruitment system to reduce bias.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship. Pay:
From £302.00 per week.

Work Location:

In person.

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