Apprentice Vehicle Refinisher – Learn & Earn

Arnold Clark Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools, uniform, boots and overalls

Mentor support

Introductory training week

Help to obtain driving licence with 2x

Free lunches at training facilities

Employee benefits: 33 days leave, flex

Job summary

Arnold Clark Group is recruiting Apprentice Spray Painters to train toward a SVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Refinishing. Start in Nottingham and travel to Glasgow for training, gaining hands-on experience in our bodyshop.

You’ll receive tools, uniform, mentor support, and structured introductory training, with additional benefits offered to staff. The role involves preparing vehicles, polishing, minor repairs, and refinishing to manufacturer specifications while developing skills and a professional

Qualifications

• GCSEs grade 4–9 (or equivalent) in Maths, English and a traditional science or technical subject.
• Good literacy and numeracy.
• Reliable and keen to learn.
• Basic hand skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative or in a team.
• Understanding of timescales and deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to read job cards and return vehicles to spec.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for refinishing and work toward Level 3 qualification.
• Polish vehicles and perform minor repairs to manufacturer specifications.
• Carry out refinishing and finishing operations, applying topcoats.
• Maintain housekeeping in the bodyshop and liaise with mentors and supervisors.
• Work safely while completing bodyshop tasks and follow instructions.

Job description

Arnold Clark Group is recruiting Apprentice Spray Painters to train toward a SVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Refinishing. Start in Nottingham and travel to Glasgow for training, gaining hands-on experience in our bodyshop.

You’ll receive tools, uniform, mentor support, and structured introductory training, with additional benefits offered to staff. The role involves preparing vehicles, polishing, minor repairs, and refinishing to manufacturer specifications while developing skills and a professional