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Fantastic opportunity for someone looking to learn and work with an experienced, passionate and customer focused team successfully operating within the signage sector. The successful apprentice must have minimum grades 4 in both maths and English GCSE’s.
Wage
- £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
- National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
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Training course
- Signage technician (level 3)
Hours
- 37.5 Hours a week, Monday - Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm with 30 minutes unpaid lunch.
- 37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
- Saturday 22 August 2026
Duration
- 1 year 7 months
Positions available
- 1
What you'll do at work
Signage Technician Apprentice
As a Signage Technician Apprentice, you will work alongside experienced sign makers and installers, learning all aspects of the signage production process from design through to manufacture and installation. This is a hands-on role where you will develop practical skills in creating high-quality signage and graphics for a wide range of businesses and customers
Your day-to-day duties will include preparing materials, operating sign-making equipment, applying vinyl graphics, assisting with vehicle livery and wraps, and supporting with on-site installations. You will also learn how to use design software, maintain equipment, and ensure all work meets quality and safety standards
This apprenticeship is ideal for someone creative, practical, and eager to learn a skilled trade. You will gain valuable experience in sign production, branding, and visual communications while working as part of a professional team
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the production of signs, graphics, and branded materials
- Prepare and cut vinyl for signage and vehicle graphics
- Support with vehicle wrapping and livery applications
- Help install signage at customer sites
- Learn to operate sign-making machinery and tools
- Assist with artwork preparation and amendments
- Carry out quality checks on completed work
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment
- Follow health and safety procedures at all times
Skills and Qualities Required:
- Good attention to detail
- Creative and practical mindset
- Willingness to learn new skills
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Basic IT skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Ability to work with hands and tools
- A positive attitude and strong work ethic
What You’ll Learn:
- Sign manufacturing techniques
- Vinyl application and graphic installation
- Vehicle wrapping techniques
- Use of industry design software
- Health and safety in signage production
- Customer-focused project delivery
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Where you'll work
UNIT 3
LEFTWICH WAREHOUSE
QUEEN STREET
NORTHWICH
CW9 5JN
Training provider
- WALSALL COLLEGE
Training course
- Signage technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Interpret information, for example customer briefs, specifications and work instructions.
- Conduct site survey.
- Calculate costs and prepare quotations.
- Plan and schedule work.
- Prepare for signage work.
- Use graphic design software to design signage.
- Create pre-fabrication files/instructions.
- Select and use materials and components.
- Assemble signs.
- Trim, clean and add fixing features to signage such as eyelets, hinges and brackets, as required.
- Protect materials and signs to prevent damage during manufacture, transportation and storage.
- Apply, install or erect signs.
- Check signage materials and products against quality requirements.
- Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace; advise on and apply control measures.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and requirements.
- Comply with organisational and statutory environmental and sustainability considerations: safe disposal of waste, recycling of materials and efficient use of resources.
- Select, set up, complete pre-checks and operate sign-making machinery, tools and equipment.
- Maintain work area, tools and equipment for example, charge batteries and sharpen blades.
- Use access equipment in the installation process, for example ladders, fixed and mobile platforms.
- Communicate with colleagues and/or stakeholders – verbal, written or electronic; use industry terminology.
- Complete documentation for example job sheets, maintenance records.
- Rectify or report issues.
- Interpret information, for example customer briefs, specifications and work instructions.
- Conduct site survey.
- Calculate costs and prepare quotations.
- Plan and schedule work.
- Prepare for signage work.
- Use graphic design software to design signage.
- Create pre-fabrication files/instructions.
- Select and use materials and components.
- Assemble signs.
- Trim, clean and add fixing features to signage such as eyelets, hinges and brackets, as required.
- Protect materials and signs to prevent damage during manufacture, transportation and storage.
- Apply, install or erect signs.
- Check signage materials and products against quality requirements.
- Identify and document risks and hazards in the workplace; advise on and apply control measures.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and requirements.
- Comply with organisational and statutory environmental and sustainability considerations: safe disposal of waste, recycling of materials and efficient use of resources.
- Select, set up, complete pre-checks and operate sign-making machinery, tools and equipment.
- Maintain work area, tools and equipment for example, charge batteries and sharpen blades.
- Use access equipment in the installation process, for example ladders, fixed and mobile platforms.
- Communicate with colleagues and/or stakeholders – verbal, written or electronic; use industry terminology.
- Complete documentation for example job sheets, maintenance records.
- Rectify or report issues.
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Training schedule
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Essential qualifications
- GCSE in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Other requirements
This role is physically demanding and requires manual handling, lifting, and being on your feet for most of the working day
- You must be able to work safely on customer sites and during sign installations
- Comfortable working at height, including the use of ladders and access equipment
- Able to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions when completing installations
- A practical, hands-on approach is essential for this role
Our Sign Journey
Who We Are
At Cheshire Signs, we specialize in creating high-quality signage solutions tailored to your needs. Working with our sister company Cheshire Wraps we deliver signs and vehicle livery that not only capture attention but also reflect your brand's identity. Our commitment to excellence ensures that every project meets high standards and client satisfaction. Our team is passionate about signage, and we are here to bring your ideas to life.
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There is a potential full time position offered to the right candidate upon completion of training.
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
- WALSALL COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037531.
Closes in 27 days (Sunday 16 August 2026 at 11:59pm)
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