Parts Apprentice - Howards Group and

Parts Apprentice - Howards Group Taunton and Dorchester

Date Added 14 August 2026

Location Peugeot Taunton
Hyundai Dorchester
Peugeot Dorchester
Vauxhall Taunton

Salary £8.00 per hour for the first twelve months of training

Driving Licence Required No

Closing Date 31 August 2026

Contract Type Fixed Term and Full Time

Working Hours Under 18 - 40 hours pw from Monday to Friday
18 and Over - 42 hours pw from Monday to Friday

Are you looking for a fantastic opportunity to begin your career in the automotive industry?

Then why not become a Parts Apprentice at one of UK`s leading franchised dealerships where you will get the training and qualifications you require for your selected career! The apprenticeship is geared toward training the right candidate to become a fully-fledged Parts Specialist with the opportunity to gain permanent employment within the Group.

But what does a Parts Specialist actually do? You will be responsible for booking, selling and managing stock on a wide range of vehicle parts and accessories. This role is ideal for an energetic individual who is looking to progress your career within a fast paced environment and has the ability to work to and achieve targets and objectives, while maintaining a high standard of performance.

If you are successful you can look forward to on-going training opportunities, career progression and a range of benefits you would expect from an employer of choice. If you are interested in joining the most progressive team in the industry please apply now.

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will gain a Level 2 Customer ServiceNVQ.

No formal qualifications are required but you must be literate and numerate. Modern logistic support processes and systems are highly complex, and you must have a desire to become a first-rate Parts Advisorand have a thirst for knowledge.
You must have Maths and English qualifications to level 4 GCSE or equivelent.

You should be computer literate, well organised, able to deal with different types of customers, follow instructions and think logically; working in a busy and fast paced environment.

With mentoring, support and monitoring whilst at work, combined with residential training, you will gain the knowledge and skills required to achieve the qualification from working with some highly skilled professionals.

Age: 16+
Prior Attainment:

GCSE(or equivalent) grade A*-C or 9-4 in Maths and English.

• Enhanced Holiday Allowance
  – increasing with service and with an additional day for your birthday
• Training and Career Development
  – continuous training and opportunities for career progression
• Pension Scheme
  with a well-known and established provider
• Life Assurance Scheme
  – paying a minimum of twice your salary to your loved ones.
• Discounted MOT & Service costs
• Discounted gym membership
• Employment Assistance Programme
  – providing savings and discounts, GP access, mental health support, physiotherapy and Cancer Assist
• Regular staff social events
  to connect with your colleagues.
• Employee recognition programmes
  , including Employee of the Month and Long Service Recognition Scheme
• Free refreshments
  while at work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and are committed to accommodating the needs of individuals with disabilities. If you require any specific accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.

Don’t worry we won’t bombard you with emails and you can refine your preferences at any time.