Apprentice Autocare Technician Level 2 - Bosch - Ipswich (Apprenticeship)

GetMyFirstJob Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is offering a Level 2 Autocare Technician apprenticeship in Ipswich. This role includes comprehensive training on vehicle systems and hands-on experience while working in a Bosch workshop. Candidates should have a GCSE or equivalent grade 4 or above in Maths and English. Upon successful completion, individuals may be eligible for a permanent role. All training costs are covered by the employer.

Benefits

Fully-sponsored training costs

Workplace mentor support

Qualifications

• Passion for cars and commitment to the apprenticeship programme.
• Willingness to learn and grow into a skilled Autocare Technician.

Responsibilities

• Learn the fundamentals of specific vehicle systems including steering, braking, and charging systems.
• Participate in on-the-job training and complete assessments conducted in the workplace.

Skills

Interest in the automotive industry

Education

GCSE or equivalent grade 4 or above in Maths & English

Job description

Overview

Bosch - Level 2 Autocare Technician apprenticeship is offered by Robert Bosch Ltd. An exciting opportunity has become available at your local Bosch workshop, where you will have the chance to learn all aspects of the Autocare Technician role while working as an apprentice.

If you’re passionate about cars, Bosch will provide you with top-tier training on the latest products and innovations. Dedicated trainers will support you in building your knowledge and developing your skills.

Training will be provided both on the job and at the Bosch Training Centre in Denham. We ask for your full commitment to the Apprenticeship Programme, along with the passion and ambition to grow into a skilled Autocare Technician. There may also be the opportunity to progress to a Level 3 Motor Vehicle Maintenance apprenticeship upon successful completion of the Level 2 Autocare Technician standard.

To qualify, you will need a grade 2 or above in Maths and English at GCSE level (or equivalent). Unless otherwise agreed, this apprenticeship will begin when our next intake starts in Autumn 2025.

Your duties will include learning the fundamentals of specific vehicle systems, including but not limited to:

• Steering & Suspension
• Braking Systems
• Battery & Charging Systems
• Exhaust Systems
• Air-Conditioning Systems

To further support the Level 2 Autocare Technician qualification, additional elements are integrated into the training, such as:

• Interpersonal Skills and Customer Service
• Parts and Stock Management
• ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems)
• FGAS (Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases)
• Basic Electric Vehicle Awareness

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be awarded the Level 2 Autocare Technician qualification.

Training is delivered on a block release basis at the Bosch Training Facility in Denham. This means your college-based training will be delivered away from home and you will be required to stay in a hotel for 15 separate weeks (Mon – Fri) over the 24 - 30 month duration of the apprenticeship. All associated costs for training are met by the employer/the programme and there will be no cost to yourself/your parents or guardians. Assessments will be conducted in the workplace by a dedicated training assessor. You will also be assigned a workplace mentor for support in dealership. As a result you will receive the following qualification: Autocare Technician Level 2.

There may also be opportunity to progress to the Level 3 Motor Vehicle Maintenance apprenticeship upon successful completion of the Level 2 Autocare Technician standard.

Qualifications required
GCSE or equivalent grade 4 or above in Maths & English

Skills required
No specific skills, but an interest in the automotive industry is essential.

Prospects
Permanent role upon successful completion of apprenticeship

Qualification / Standard: ST0499 Autocare Technician
Duration 24 months