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Autocare Apprentice

Hoyles Coach & Transport Service LTD · Todmorden · posted 24 August 2026

Wage
£14,560 a year
Hours
35 hours a week
Duration
2 Years 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Autocare technician (level 2)
Starts
1 October 2026
Closing date
21 September 2026
Positions
1

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As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

You will develop valuable technical skills and work toward a nationally recognised qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart a long-term career in the automotive industry.

Develop Valuable technical skills and work toward a nationally recognised qualification. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart a long-term career in the automotive industry.

Key responsibilities: –

  • Learn and apply: Assist qualified mechanics with routine servicing, safety inspections and vehicle repairs
  • Diagnostics: Learn to use modern diagnostic equipment to find faults in mechanical and electrical system
  • Maintenance: Help change oil, filters, brakes, tyres and suspension components
  • Workshop care: keep the workshop clean, tidy and organised to maintain a safe working environment
  • College attendance: Attend your designated college or training provider blocks and complete your coursework on time

What we are looking for

  • A genuine passion for motor vehicles and mechanical repair
  • A hardworking, reliable attitude with a strong willingness to earn
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team
  • A basic understanding of health and safety in a practical environment
  • Good customer service skills

What you’ll get

  • Hands on mentoring from highly skilled vehicle technicians

Your training

You will train one day a week at Hopwood Hall College in Middleton and spend the four other days in your workplace. 

You will be allocated a work-based tutor from the college who will support you through your apprenticeship.

Where it leads

The possibility of full-time employment upon successful completion.

About Hoyles Coach & Transport Service LTD

We have been established in 1969, Hoyles of Todmorden is a highly respected, award winning, family-run automotive hub with over 50 years of heritage. Led by a mother-and-daughter team, we provide a full range of services-including MOT’s, repairs, sales, and EV diagnostics-for both private cars and commercial fleets.

We pride ourselves on a busy, supportive and tight-knit team culture that values top-tier workmanship, strict safety standards, and excellent customer service. Joining us means job stability, a friendly work environment, and the chance to work across a diverse range of modern and traditional vehicles.

Things to consider

We are looking for learners who have completed at least 1 year on a full-time motor vehicle course.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailInitiativehard workingWilling to learnCustomer Service

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4/C or above) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4/C or above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • PHOENIX GARAGE, PHOENIX STREET, TODMORDEN, OL14 5SG

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