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Halford Autocare Technician Apprenticeship - Ashington

The Service department is vital to the success of our business. From right first-time fixes, to delivering excellent customer service, our Service Technicians/Mechanics play a pivotal role in delighting our customers and encouraging their continued loyalty.  Every day is different within the Service department. As a Service Technician/Mechanic apprentice, some of your duties will include: 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. Completion of legible and accurate paperwork for the customers and centres 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. From heritage vehicles to leading edge modern technology, our range will provide you with a varied technical training experience to build your skills as a Service Technician/Mechanic. Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate skills in logic and problem solving. You should be someone who pays attention to detail and is committed to completing this apprenticeship programme. We are looking for people who are passionate about our industry and our brand. Some of the personal skills that you should think about showing us in your application are: Enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Teamwork. Strong communication. Customer Service. Interest in vehicle engineering. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our team and embark on a long term career, with excellent earning and progression opportunities once you complete your apprenticeship.Training:Training will be delivered using a combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at our state-of-the-art training centre. Our expert trainers will guide you through the training programme using a combination of e-learning, classroom learning and practical application. In the garage, your personal, dedicated mentor will support your continued learning as you apply the skills and knowledge you have gained. This is a fully rounded training experience where you will build life skills that last and gain both apprenticeship qualifications and brand certifications. On successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you will receive the following: Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard in Autocare Technician Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling Level 2 qualification for safe isolation of electric and hybrid vehicles Brand specific certifications Progression towards Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair What we offer: Block release training. A full Halfords toolkit, uniform and work boots supplied. A mentor in your garage to support you through the apprenticeship. A 40 hour working week if you are under 18 or 44 hours per week if you are over 18. Permanent role upon successful completion of your apprenticeship. Continued development and training opportunities with Hybrid/Electric Vehicle and MOT training. Due to insurance purposes - a full UK driving licence is essential.Training Outcome:Once your apprenticeship is complete, you will continue your learning journey and you will have the opportunity drive your career forward. Some of our apprentices have gone on to become team leaders and managers within the retail network. What else do you want the applicant to consider? The latest information on the Apprentice National Minimum Wage can be found at https://www.gov.uk/become-apprentice/pay-and-conditions As part of our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, all applications are automatically anonymised by our recruitment system. This is with the aim of realising our ambition to have a workforce that is reflective of the community we serve and eliminating unconscious bias, allowing employees to be appointed based on their talent, skills, and experiences regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. English and Maths guidance from the government changed on 11/02/25. This employer wishes to support upskilling in both English and Maths and as such the entry grade criteria as advertised still applies. The closing date for this vacancy is 23rd May and Assessment Centres are expected to be held on 10th & 12th June. We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We therefore advise candidates to submit their applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Please do not contact the retailer directly. Inspiro Learning carry out the full recruitment service for this employer. Due to the high number of applications, we cannot provide a timescale on when you are likely to receive a response. As most of our roles are recruited for on an ongoing basis, we will contact you if you are successful at progressing to the next step. It is not possible for us to contact every applicant individually. If you have not heard back on a specific vacancy but find another opportunity that is of interest to you, we welcome an additional application. Employer Description:At Halfords, we're all about the journey. With more than 600 stores with over 10,000 colleagues, we're the UK's leading retailer of automotive and cycling products. We are also the leading operator in MOT, tyres, car servicing and car repairs - pleasing more than 750,000 customers every year. We pride ourselves in offering the highest quality motoring products to ensure you get the job done safely and efficiently. The Halfords apprenticeship programme will equip you with all the skills, knowledge and behaviours you need to start a successful career with us. We have over 700 garages across England, Scotland and Wales where our highly trained Technicians carry out MOT’s, car servicing and repairs for over one million customers a year. As a Halfords apprentice, you will master a range of technologies across all kinds of cars – that’s a lot of valuable, career enhancing knowledge.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08.30 - 17.30. Possibility of Saturday workings and / or shifts. Working week will be confirmed on application.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness ....Read more...

People Administrator Apprentice

Duties and Responsibilities: Support the collation and processing of accurate recording and effective maintenance of all types of employee records and documents. Handle confidential and sensitive information in line with Data protection guidelines. Maintaining electronic employee files, including filing, auditing, and report preparation Assist with all payroll amendments to the system, ensuring accuracy of information Become a key user of Cezanne and provide advice to users as needed. Ensure accurate recording of sickness information and all documentation is completed in a timely manner Support compilation and development of individual training needs analysis documents Support timely recruitment service to internal colleagues.  Liaise with recruitment agencies/consultants.  Carry out appropriate pre-employment checks Raise purchase orders for approval on the finance system Support the induction and onboarding of newly appointed and promoted colleagues. Produce name badges for new and promoted colleagues Draft contracts of employment for approval, and record the flow of documentation in and out of the business. Support Wellbeing initiatives, coordinate meetings and campaigns Support various meetings with minute taking, including health and safety and employee forums Generic Requirements for all colleagues Contribute to the creation of a positive culture in line with Advance Northumberland values Show commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace and ensure this is reflected in all activities Ensure a safe working environment is promoted across the business Contribute to the financial performance of the business, in line with role responsibilities Undertake other reasonable duties as requested    Training:This apprenticeship is fully workplace based.Training Outcome: Full-time employment Progression to further training Employer Description:Advance Northumberland is a diverse property investment & development business, delivering opportunities to improve prosperity, tackle inequalities and drive economic growth in support of Northumberland County Council. Whether its support for new and developing businesses, the remediation of challenging brownfield sites, building of large-scale manufacturing units, delivering new purpose-built offices, delivery of major town centre redevelopments, including complex retail developments, leisure facilities or the delivery of high-quality market sale and affordable housing it can all be found in this unique regeneration company.   We work collaboratively with stakeholders and partners, delivering positive physical and economic development.  Focusing on the needs and aspirations of the county, addressing economic, housing and infrastructure challenges whilst capitalising on Northumberland’s significant assets and opportunities. We deliver a comprehensive regeneration capability to improve the County’s economic prosperity regenerate communities, improve liveability and create a more connected and aspirational County.   In doing so, we will support a broader county-wide assets-based approach to promote economic growth and an improved quality of life for its communities. Building on the opportunities emerging from North of the Tyne and Borderlands initiatives to enhance its regeneration impact, taking its lead from Northumberland County Council, and working in collaboration with key partners.  Our People team supports the business with all things people related, from recruitment to development and engagement; we also manage all colleague benefits and payroll. We are a full service people team supporting our managers and colleagues to deliver for the business. OUR VALUES Our values are at the centre of our activities, linking to our vision to make Northumberland a wonderful place for people to live work and do business. • Dedication – passionate and tenacious about delivering for Northumberland. • Honesty – working to the highest standards of integrity and accountability. • Collaboration – deliver in partnership with Northumberland County Council and organisations across the public and private sectors. THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR US We care about our colleagues and their wellbeing and have been nationally recognised for this. Apart from the competitive salary, we also have fantastic benefits. We focus on our colleague’s health, wealth, and lifestyle. We like to think our benefits package is one of the best around!Working Hours :Monday to Friday, to be arranged.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience ....Read more...