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Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) - Smart Bodyshop Solutions (Peterborough) Ltd

SMART BODYSHOP SOLUTIONS (PETERBOROUGH) LTD · AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED
Location
Peterborough
Postcode
PE6 8AS
Salary
£16,640 a year
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
40h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Vehicle damage assessor (level 4)
Start date
13 July 2026
Application deadline
2 July 2026
Posted
1 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000034192

About the role

As an apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor, your role will be varied and interesting - no two days will be the same!

Typically, duties will include: 

  • Inspecting and assessing accident-damaged vehicles
  • Researching repair methods to work out the correct and safe repair required for each individual vehicle
  • Using specialist software to produce work instructions and costings
  • Liaise with technical colleagues, customers and insurance companies to negotiate the repair

Working week

Typically Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pm.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · English GCSE · Grade Grade 4/C or above
Essential
GCSE · Maths GCSE · Grade Grade 4/C or above

Training & development

  • Our training partner will deliver a high-quality programme here in our state-of-the-art body shop alongside a highly skilled mentor - both will support you in becoming a skilled and qualified vehicle damage assessor
  • Once the apprenticeship is complete, you will achieve a Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification in Vehicle Damage Assessor
Future prospects
  • Following completion of your apprenticeship, you can expect permanent employment as well as opportunities to progress into roles such as Workshop Controller or Bodyshop Manager
  • The opportunities are endless
  • Having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their careers within the automotive sector, following their own interests and ambitions

Things to consider

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and organised. Keen to support others as a cooperative team member and eager to learn, with a genuine passion for cars and all things automotive.

About SMART BODYSHOP SOLUTIONS (PETERBOROUGH) LTD

SMART Bodyshop Solutions Group Ltd is the UK’s Largest Independent Fleet Repair Network providing an efficient turnaround time with value for money vehicle body repairs.

SMART Bodyshop Solutions at Peterborough offers a complete vehicle, LCV and HGV body repair solution. Our operations facility, offering a firm focus on quality repairs, cycle time and a Key-to-Key service.

The group operate to BS10125 British Kitemark Standards and focus on the individual needs of our customers. An excellent team of highly trained technicians use a forward-thinking production model. This sets SMART Bodyshop Solutions' performance ahead of the competition, creating a Win-Win for all clients.