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Group 1 Audi Tetbury Service Technician Apprenticeship

Group 1 Automotive
£16,640
Tetbury

Expected closing date: Friday, 27 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Apprenticeship to become a Service Technician/Mechanic working on Audi vehicles.
  • Earn £16,640 per year over a 3-year programme.
  • Gain a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician.
  • Training includes virtual learning and block release at a national centre.
  • Applications close on 2026-11-27.

About the Role

This apprenticeship offers a comprehensive three-year training programme to become a Service Technician/Mechanic.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Using diagnostic equipment to identify vehicle faults.
  • Testing parts and systems to ensure correct working.
  • Following checklists for vehicle examinations.
  • Carrying out bumper-to-bumper overviews, services, and inspections.
  • Maintaining electronic systems, including on-board entertainment.
  • Undertaking repair and maintenance of vehicle parts (clutches, gearboxes, tyres, brakes, suspension).
  • Completing legible and accurate paperwork.
  • Maintaining a clean and tidy work environment.
  • Working with traditional, hybrid, and electronic engines.

About You:

  • Passionate about the automotive industry and the Audi brand.
  • Skilled in logic and problem-solving.
  • Attentive to detail.
  • Committed to completing the three-year training programme.
  • Enthusiastic and willing to learn.
  • Able to work as part of a team.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Customer service focused.
  • An interest in vehicle engineering.

Training and Development:

  • A combination of virtual classroom remote learning and face-to-face block release weeks at the Volkswagen Group National Learning Centre in Milton Keynes.
  • All training costs (travel, accommodation, meals) are fully covered.
  • Personal, dedicated mentor support in the workplace.
  • Opportunity to attend Outward Bound for personal development.
  • Gain life skills, apprenticeship qualifications, and brand certifications.

Qualifications on Completion:

  • Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle).
  • Certificate in Automotive Refrigerant Handling.
  • Brand-specific certifications.

Career Progression:

  • Opportunities to progress within the Volkswagen Group network, with some apprentices becoming team leaders, managers, or joining Head Office.

Key Details:

  • Wage: £16,640 per year
  • Working Week: Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:30 (possibility of Saturday workings and/or shifts)
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Start Date: 2027-01-04
  • Closing Date: 2026-11-27
  • Apprenticeship Standard: Motor vehicle service and maintenance technician - light vehicle (level 3)
  • Training Provider: INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED