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Bicycle Mechanic Apprenticeship

Freeborn · Horsham · posted 13 July 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Bicycle mechanic (level 2)
Starts
1 September 2026
Closing date
1 August 2026
Positions
1

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An Apprenticeship with Freeborn is a great way to learn while you earn. You will receive technical training, an experienced mentor and a recognised qualification at the end.

Freeborn Bicycles are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Apprentice Cycle Mechanic to join their busy workshop team. You will learn how to maintain and repair a wide range of big brand bikes stocked by Freeborn, including Mondraker, Cube and Cannondale.

The role will involve:

  • Carrying out repairs on a range of road and mountain bikes
  • Completing Pre-Delivery Inspections, ensuring all new bikes meet British Standards
  • Building wheels to a high standard
  • Completing disassemble and re-builds of bikes

Your training

  • Apprenticeship in bicycle mechanics (ST0622) Level 2 (intermediate)
  • Dedicated Performance Coach
  • Remote (but the apprentice will have to attend a training centre to complete Cytech qualifications)
  • Ongoing in the workplace
  • 18 months + (up to 3 months) for End Point Assessment
  • Functional Skills maths and English if applicable

Where it leads

On completing your apprenticeship, you may be invited to stay on and become a permanent member of our team. 

About Freeborn

Freeborn specialises in top quality electric bikes and equipment, and has a fully stocked superstore in Horsham.

The store has full workshop facilities and carries out all aspects of ebike and bike repairs, servicing and wheel building. Freeborn supply Cube, Mondraker and Cannondale.

Things to consider

  • Good manual dexterity, a passion for understanding how things work and an insatiable need to consume information about cycling
  • Mature, punctual and reliable with a positive work ethic.
  • Responsible and able to use own initiative.
  • Willingness to continue learning whilst working.
  • The Cycle industry is fast-paced and constantly changing. You must live and breathe bikes to keep up!

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessGood manual dexterity

Entry requirements

  • GCSE Maths and English (grade Grade 4) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Freeborn, 2 Red Kiln Close, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 5QL

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