Rac Patrol Apprentice

Are you interested in anything automotive? RAC in conjunction with S&B Automotive Academy have exciting opportunities for Apprentice Roadside Technician.

The RAC is the is the UK's leading breakdown service provider - a people-powered business of 4,000 'orange heroes' delivering the best-in-class motoring services for both private and business drivers.

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to enhance their skills. If you are keen on problem solving, this will be a great role for you

**What will the apprentice be doing?**

As an apprentice you will learn all the skills to become a Roadside Technician with a fantastic range of future career options ahead of you. You will use a range of tools, measuring and diagnostic equipment to identify & repair simple system faults.

During your apprenticeship programme you will complete a mix of both college learning and on the job training with one of our experienced apprentice team leaders. This role will provide much more than just how to be a mechanic.

You will have exposure to real life breakdown situations which will require you to offer roadside assistance following diagnostic and repair procedures, communicate with our members and aiming to get our members back on the road.

The successful applicant will also receive:

- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- A fully equipped state of art company vehicle (after 6 months) with tools and equipment.
- 24-hour colleague assistance programme.
- Company life assurance linked to pension.
- Access to MyFlex. Our flexible benefits site providing numerous benefits including health and well-being.

There really hasn’t been a better time to join one of the UK’s leading breakdown providers

**What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?**

Training is delivered in the workplace and via seven weekly college training blocks per year at S&B's specialist Automotive Academy in Bristol. The apprentice will be assigned a workplace mentor and a S&B development coach who will offer support, advice, and guidance by monitoring progress via S&B’s purposely developed e Logbook that all parties can access any time.

Apprentices take a Gateway Assessment at the end of every year to progress until the completion of the End Point Assessment.

If an apprentice faces a daily commute to S&B’s Academy that is not viable whilst on a weekly training block, the apprentice can arrange with the employer to stay in hotel accommodation at the Hilton Garden Inn. All costs for accommodation including breakfast and a two-course evening meal are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

As a result, you will receive the following qualification:

- Level 2 Autocare Technician Apprenticeship Standard
- Functional Skills in maths and English if required

**What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?**

Once qualified, this role will bring you varied days where no two days will be the same whilst working in a large national company where we can offer ongoing support and progression opportunities to our employees.

Working as a Roadside Technician you will benefit from a competitive salary of £30,536 - £41,000 per annum

An apprenticeship is the grounding for your future development and there are lots of opportunities to develop your career.

**Things to consider**

This position will include driving a company van to and from breakdown locations. You must have a full clean UK driving license, you will need to be over 18 years of age (No upper age limit)

In the first 6 months of employment you will be required to travel to S&B Automotive Academy and RAC training venues by your own means. The employer will reimburse travel costs in these instances.

**Job Type**: Apprenticeship

**Salary**: £12,000.00-£14,337.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Life insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person