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Apprentice Spray Painter

Arnold Clark · GTG Training Limited
Location
Motherwell, Scotland
Postcode
ML1 2LD
Salary
£16,776 per year
Hours per week
39h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 3 – Advanced
Application deadline
2 December 2026
Posted
4 November 2026
Minimum grades
National 4 or above in Maths, English and a traditional science or technical subject

Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).

About the role

We’re recruiting for enthusiastic Apprentice Spray Painters to work in various locations across Scotland. As part of completing the qualification, you will need to travel to Glasgow to complete your training.  At the end of your training, you’ll have gained a SVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Refinishing and hands-on experience in an Arnold Clark Bodyshop.  You’ll also receive:  Your own tools, uniform, boots and overalls.  A mentor to support you in the workplace.  One week of introductory training at our dedicated centres.  Help to achieve your driving licence in your second year of training with free lessons and two attempts at your test.  Free lunches at our training facilities.  All the benefits available to existing Arnold Clark employees:   33 days’ annual leave   Flexible leave   Generous employee discounts   Private healthcare   Workplace pension   …and much more  Location  Motherwell Bodyshop. Hours  Full time: 39 hours per week. Ready to earn while you learn?  As an Apprentice Vehicle Refinisher, you’ll prepare vehicles for refinishing as you train towards your Level 3 in Vehicle Refinishing. You’ll also polish vehicles, carry out minor repairs and refinish vehicles to manufacturer specification.  The right person for this role will have excellent communication skills, a meticulous eye for detail and plenty of enthusiasm. You’ll also be able to carry yourself in a professional manner.  Day-to-day duties  Preparing vehicles in a logical manner to return the vehicle to the manufacturer’s specifications.  Carrying out general housekeeping in the bodyshop.  Liaising with mentors and supervisors to carry out any necessary tasks.  Being able to work safely while completing bodyshop tasks.  Completing polishing operations after refinishing.  Completing finishing operations and learning to apply topcoats.  Essential skills  National 4 or above in Maths, English and a traditional science or technical subject or accredited equivalent. Good levels of literacy and numeracy.  Reliable and keen to learn.   A good basic grasp of hand skills.  The ability to work on your own initiative or as part of a team.  The ability to understand the importance of timescales and deadlines.  The ability to multi-task.  Be able to understand job cards and what’s needed to return a vehicle to manufacturer specification.  Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to a satisfactory reference and disclosure check.  We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). It’s best to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.  

Requirements

National 4 or above in Maths, English and a traditional science or technical subject or accredited equivalent. Good levels of literacy and numeracy. Reliable and keen to learn. A good basic grasp of hand skills. The ability to work on your own initiative or as part of a team. The ability to understand the importance of timescales and deadlines. The ability to multi-task. Be able to understand job cards and what's needed to return a vehicle to manufacturer specification.

Skills

Excellent communication skillsMeticulous eye for detailHand skillsAbility to work on own initiativeTeamworkTime managementMulti-taskingProfessional mannerVehicle preparationPolishingSafe working practicesApplying topcoatsReading job cards

Required qualifications

Essential
National 4 · Maths · Grade 4
Essential
National 4 · English · Grade 4
Essential
National 4 · Science or Technical Subject · Grade 4

About Arnold Clark

Contact name
Lauren Macdonald
Contact phone
01414064868
Contact email
lauren.macdonald2@arnoldclark.com