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