Vehicle Technician Apprentice

Drive Your Career Forward:
The Holdcroft Academy Apprenticeship

Are you ready to turn your passion for cars into a high-powered career?

The Holdcroft Academy is looking for its next generation of talent.

Whether you are a school leaver or a career changer looking for a fresh start, we want to hear from you.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who loves getting under a bonnet, figuring out

how things work, and has a genuine passion for vehicles.

We don't just offer a job; we offer a 30-month journey to becoming a fully qualified Level 3

technician through our ''Growing Our Own" philosophy.

• Open to Everyone:
  Age is just a number. Whether you are 16 or 46, if you have the drive to learn, you belong here.
• Earn While You Learn:
  Receive a competitive wage from day one, which can grow as you progress.
• No College Commute:
  All training is delivered on-site at our dealerships. You won't have to travel to an external college or worry about traditional term times.
• Expert Support System:
  You’ll have a dedicated coach for one-to-one support, plus a ''Buddy'' (usually a Master or Senior Technician) on-site to mentor you daily.
• The ''Holdcroft Way'':
  You will learn our unique way of working from day one, setting you up for long-term success in our business.

• Advanced Diagnostics:
  Learning to identify faults in complex engine systems and electronic control units (ECU).
• Mastering Mechanics:
  Hands-on experience with braking systems, manual and automatic gearboxes, and suspension.
• Future-Proof
  
  Skills:
  
  Training in High Voltage Awareness, Air Conditioning (F-gas), and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

• End of June:
  Final date to receive applications.
• Early July:
  Central Assessment Day. Instead of a scary interview, you'll participate in group tasks to show off your teamwork and communication skills.
• Mid-September:
  The official start date for our new intake.

• Qualifications:
  
  GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above are essential.
• Key
  
  Skills:
  
  We look for candidates who are logical, organised, and have great attention to detail.
• Driving:
  Ideally, you’ll have a full driving license, but don’t worry if you aren't there yet! If you’re under 17 or haven’t started yet, we just look for a real desire to get behind the wheel as soon as you’re able.

• Master Technician
• Service Manager

We understand that transitioning from school to the workplace is a big step.

Apprentice Technician The Holdcroft Academy is designed to make this transition safe and successful:

• Dedicated Safeguarding:
  The safety and well-being of our apprentices is our top priority. All apprentices have access to a dedicated coach and a mentor who is trained to provide a supportive and safe learning environment.
• Structured Mentorship:
  Your child will be paired with a ''Buddy'' (typically a Master Technician) who provides daily guidance and ensures they are working safely and correctly.
• Professional
  
  Qualification:
  
  This Level 3 program is equivalent to A-Levels and provides a nationally recognised qualification through the IMI or equivalent.
• On-Site Security:
  By delivering all training within our own dealerships, we maintain a consistent, professional environment without the need for external travel to colleges.
• A Guaranteed Future:
  We invest heavily in our ''Grow Our Own'' talent strategy, which is why we guarantee a permanent job to every apprentice who completes the program.