Digital Print Finishing Apprentice

What You’ll Be Doing:

You will learn the end-to-end production process; from the moment a digital file arrives to the final product, ready for dispatch.

What We’re Looking For:

Tech-Savvy: You’re comfortable with computers and eager to learn specialised production software Precision: Have a keen eye for detail Hands-on Learner: You enjoy working with machinery and aren't afraid to get stuck into a busy production environment Reliability - We need someone we can count on to be part of the team

What’s In It for You?

Nationally Recognised Qualification Future-Proof Skills: Learn a blend of hands-on craftsmanship and modern print & finish technology Career path

Common Daily Tasks include:

Book Binding on a Digital Perfect Binder Cutting and trimming books on Digital Guillotines Laminating Making Hardback Book Covers (Cases) Making Hardback Book Covers (Cases) Book Casing - Joining Book components into a finished product

Training:

Print Technician Level 3.

A full plan will be created at the start of the apprenticeship to provide information as to what you will be studying and when. Learn2print will deliver the theoretical knowledge for your print apprenticeship. You will attend a class each month for one full day at a local venue (this information can be provided on interview).

This teaching and training will cover everything from health and safety and general industrial practices to specific industry practices.

This will lead you to preparation for your end point assessment, consisting of an online exam, professional discussion and observation in the workplace. You will be allocated a designated tutor and workplace mentor who will support and guide you through the apprenticeship.

Training Outcome:

Full-time production assistant position at the end of the training period. 

Employer Description:

Founded in 2001 by a group of academics, Cambridge Scholars Publishing is an independent academic publisher with a strong commitment to original scholarship and academic excellence. We are based in Newcastle upon Tyne, in the historic Lady Stephenson Library, with additional offices in Berlin and Barcelona.

We specialise in publishing monographs, edited collections, and thesis-based works across a broad range of disciplines, including the humanities, social sciences, life sciences, and health and physical sciences.

Working Hours :
Days to be worked: Monday - Friday Start and finish time: 8am - 4pm Unpaid breaks: 30-minute lunch

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative