Manufacturing – Toolmaker - Level 3 Advanced Apprentice
A JLR Advanced Apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to expand your knowledge by learning cutting-edge concepts and technologies at college and applying them to real-world projects.
We’ll introduce you to the future of automotive technology, giving you the platform to make a meaningful impact on JLR and our customers. This programme enables you to achieve your Level 3 apprenticeship and earn a vocational qualification relevant to your chosen field.
The Level 3 Advanced Apprentice Manufacturing: Tool Maker and Tool & Die Maintenance Technician programme takes four years to complete and adheres to the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education (IfATE) Toolmaker and tool and die maintenance technician Standard (ST1370). This standard is currently under review therefore, for more details, please visit the IfATE apprenticeship standard webpage as this provides an overview of the toolmaker profession however, the correct standard is to be confirmed.
As an apprentice, you will develop the Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSBs) outlined in the apprenticeship standard. These will be assessed during your End Point Assessment (EPA), where you will demonstrate the competencies and skills you’ve gained throughout the programme.
What to expect
During your apprenticeship, you can expect to spend a significant amount of your first year at our training provider North West Training Council based in Liverpool (L5 9RJ). Your typical hours at the training provider will be from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday – Thursday and reduced hours on Fridays; you will receive a confirmed timetable upon joining us. Here you will be assigned an Industrial Training Manager (ITM) who will support you throughout your apprenticeship.
Year 1 – Foundation Phase
In your first year, you'll focus on building your foundational knowledge of engineering and essential workplace competencies to ensure safety. You’ll spend time in workshops developing practical skills such as welding, electrical installation, milling, and fault finding. You’ll also take part in regular plant placements where you’ll have the opportunity to apply these newly acquired skills in a real-world environment. You’ll also begin studying your Level 3 BTEC qualification.
Year 2 – Academic Knowledge and Skills Development
In the second year, you will spend four days a week at your workplace and one day at your training provider. During this time, you’ll continue your Level 3 BTEC Qualification and gain hands-on experience to apply your academic knowledge.
Year 3 – Academic Knowledge and Competence Development
In your third year you will be developing your skills in plant and continue working towards your qualifications, focusing on developing your skills beyond the basics and working on real-world projects on-site at JLR.
Year 4 – Continuation of Competence Development and End Point Assessment
In the final year, you will complete your apprenticeship and undergo your End Point Assessment, supported by an Early Careers Cohort Leader and ITM. This will consist of a technical interview including an opportunity to showcase your portfolio of the work you have undertaken at JLR.
This exciting programme is designed to develop your practical skills and deepen your knowledge, including essential business behaviours such as teamwork and problem-solving.
Throughout the duration of your apprenticeship, you will have constant guidance and support from both the business and the training provider and a dedicated cohort leader to support you.
Rewards and benefits
Our 2025 apprenticeship programme salary is £16,893. You’ll also enjoy a generous holiday allowance, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, an excellent pension scheme and access to a wide range of deals and discounts from retailers and sports clubs.
Additional job details
Location: Liverpool · Halewood
Contract, dates and working times: Full-time
How to apply
Please be aware that you can only apply to one apprenticeship pathway per recruitment cycle. Therefore, please thoroughly read all job profiles to find the one that best suits your interests and career aspirations.
Please be aware that we may close our programmes at any point and at short notice based on the volume of applications received. To give yourself the best chance of being considered for a place on this programme, please apply early.
Click Apply to start your application now. This job will be available on Prospects until 24 February 2025.
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