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Apprentice Paint Technician
BRISTOL BUBBLES SMART REPAIR LIMITED
Bristol (BS10 7SE)
Closes in 16 days (Sunday 25 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 8 October 2026
Summary
Join our team as a Paint Technician Apprentice! Learn to prepare, mix, and apply paints and coatings to vehicles and equipment while mastering surface repair and colour matching. Work alongside experienced professionals to develop hands-on skills in automotive refinishing, safety, and quality standards for a rewarding technical career.
Wage
£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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Training course
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday (Times to be confirmed). 40 hours a week
Start date
Monday 26 October 2026
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Once the body repair technicians have worked on repairing the vehicle, it will then be your job to follow defined processes to restore the vehicle to a high-quality paint finish. Modern paints preparation and refinishing techniques are becoming increasingly complex, and it is essential that today's paint technicians are fully conversant with the most recent technology. This is an unmatched opportunity with excellent training and superb future career prospects. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience whilst gaining on the job qualifications.
Tasks the successful candidate can be expected to carry out:
- Repair of minor scratches and dents
- Preparation of new and repaired panels for refinishing
- Preparing vehicle surfaces for masking and priming
- Paint refinishing techniques paint detailing
- Paint detailing and buffing
- Polishing the paintwork of the panel to a suitable finish
Where you'll work
Unit M 1 Severn Road Hallen
Bristol BS10 7SE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED
Training course
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
- Ability to undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair e.g. substrate surface preparation, paint volume calculation etc
- Ability to correctly identify the substrate materials to be refinished e.g. plastic, steel, aluminium etc
- Ability to interpret relevant technical data and methods to create paint manufactures specified application
- Ability to use refinishing materials following paint manufacturer specifications to reinstate vehicle finish back to high quality
- Ability to identify and operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g mixing systems, paint booths, UV lamps and spray equipment
Training schedule
The apprenticeship training is delivered via weekly block releases at S & B throughout a year, learning will also take place in the workplace and a S & B Development Coach and Workplace Mentor are allocated to support and monitor your progress to help you reach your goals and manage your workload. Your employer will pay you when you are attending weekly training blocks at S & B.
More training information
S & B Automotive Academy is a specialist apprenticeship training provider located in Bedminster, Bristol. Whether you're seeking to kickstart your career in the automotive industry or business industry, S & B Automotive Academy is your go-to partner for excellence in training! S & B has been training apprentices since the 1970’s and are one of the largest training providers in the Automotive and Business sector. We pride ourselves on our collaboration with a wide range of employers.
To be considered for this apprenticeship you must have GCSEs, Functional Skills or Key Skills at grade C/4 or above in English and maths (or equivalent), If your grades are below this, we will discuss your options for taking functional skills in Maths and/or English. As well as this, predicated grades are accepted, and work experience or knowledge is beneficial but not essential. As a result you will receive the following:
- Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship
- Standard Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
Requirements
Essential qualifications
- GCSE in: English (grade 3)
- GCSE in: Maths (grade 3)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
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Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Logical
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
The competition for apprenticeship placements is strong so please ensure your application is modified to the type of apprenticeship you are applying for, pay attention to presentation, spelling and grammar and include any relevant experience, hobbies / interests or qualifications.
About this employer
We're not just another car care company; we are a team of dedicated specialists with a genuine passion for vehicle perfection. Our mission is simple: to deliver a flawless finish on every job, restoring the pride you have in your vehicle through meticulous craftsmanship and unwavering attention to detail.
Bristol Bubbles ignited in 2020 with a clear mission: to revolutionize car care. We saw a market yearning for uncompromising quality beyond typical car washes, and our answer was simple: superior mobile detailing delivered right to you. From day one, our commitment to an unbeatable finish quickly earned us a reputation for excellence, backed by a wave of 5-star reviews from delighted customers across Bristol.
https://www.bristolbubblesdetailing.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
As a company we are committed to providing development and training opportunities to our employees. This apprenticeship is the grounding for your future development and there are lots of opportunities to develop your career within our company.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
S & B AUTOMOTIVE ACADEMY LIMITED
Luke Morison
lmorison@sandbaa.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000057969.
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Closes in 16 days (Sunday 25 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
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