Motor Vehicle Apprentice - Westridge Garage

Job Posted: 9 November 2026

• Contract Term: Apprenticeships
• Location: Ryde, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Full time
• Salary: £8.00 per hour
• Industries: Apprenticeships Automotive

Here at The Isle of Wight College, we’re proud to partner with a wide network of dynamic employers across a diverse mix of industries A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work as a Motor Vehicle Apprentice at Westridge Garage.

This is a unique opportunity to work for one of the islands leading motor vehicle organisations.

Westridge Garage is a family-owned business which operates from Westridge Garage in Ryde on the Isle of Wight. We are on the main road out of Ryde to Brading, situated at the traffic lights at Westridge Cross.

As a family owned, 'True Island' business, Westridge Garage prides itself on its commitment to customer service and product knowledge. With a widely acknowledged reputation for honesty and integrity, our organisation always puts the interests of our customers first. Each of our staff is extensively trained within their role and are dedicated to ensuring the service they provide reflects the excellence expected by Westridge.

Rather excitingly and owing to business expansion and previous apprentice success, Westridge Garage are now looking for an enthusiastic and willing apprentice to join their friendly team in the workshop.

Job Summary:

·         General workshop assistant.

·         MOT assist.

·         Tyre Fitter.

·         Working in vehicle workshop under the guidance of qualified technicians.

Essential Qualities and Skills:

·         Level 1 qualification in Motor Vehicle.

·         Good time keeping and communication skills.

·         Excellent communication and inter-personal skills.

·         A Driving licence would be preferred, however is not essential.

Apprenticeship Standard:

·     Level 2 Autocare Technician apprenticeship.

·     Functional Skills in Maths and English if required and if not previously achieved GCSE grade C/4 or above.

·         Alongside your practical daily work, you’ll take part in off-the-job training hours—dedicated time within your working week to develop your knowledge, skills, and behaviours through any new/online learning.

·     Weekly attendance at The Isle of Wight College for the apprenticeship.

Working Week:

·         39 hours per week

Wage:

·         £8.00 per hour

Please don’t contact the company directly; all applications must be made via www.isleofwightjobs.com

Once qualified and dependant on needs of the business at the time of apprenticeship completion, there may be the potential to grow within the company and become part of the workforce as a permanent employee.

So, if this sounds like the next, or indeed first step you want to take with your career, please apply with a cover letter telling us why you feel you would be the ideal person to take on this brilliant opportunity and don’t forget to attach your latest CV!!