Due to COVID-19, we have suspended all apprenticeship recruitment at Arnold Clark. Please register your interest if you would like to be notified as soon as we are offering positions again.
Arnold Clark Apprenticeships
Work. Earn. Learn.
Are you 16 or over? Arnold Clark apprenticeships are a fantastic way to start working, earning and learning new skills straight away.
Ready to get a head start with Arnold Clark?
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The benefits of an apprenticeship
Earn a wage from the day you start.
Get real workplace experience combined with classroom learning.
Learn transferable skills that'll last throughout your career, whatever path you take.
Be guided by mentors who'll support you throughout your apprenticeship.
Enjoy loads of great benefits including paid holidays and discounts on cars.
Spotlight on... vehicle parts apprenticeships
What is a vehicle parts apprentice?
The Parts department is vital to the smooth running of Arnold Clark. As a vehicle parts apprentice, you’ll work in a busy and dynamic team, ordering the right parts for our customers and delivering great customer service.
So what can you expect from a vehicle parts apprenticeship?
- Earn a wage as soon as you start
- Become an expert! You’ll quickly learn how to identify which parts customers need
- Deal with customers face-to-face in the workplace, providing them with fantastic service and placing their orders
- Find out how to efficiently check and pick stock in your department
- Be supported throughout your apprenticeship by a mentor
- Enjoy all the benefits available to Arnold Clark employees including employee discounts, retail offers and private healthcare
- Receive training throughout your apprenticeship and your development and progression will be supported
What’s it really like?
We chatted to Vehicle Parts Apprentice Alicja Skulimowska to find out more about her experience.
Why choose an apprenticeship?
91% of Arnold Clark apprentices go on to get full-time jobs with us, which makes choosing an apprenticeship a great way to get on the road to career success.
Our apprentices are supported every step of the way as they learn on the job and at our industry-accredited GTG Training centres.
For candidates aged 16 or over. Get ready to shine!
Is your child considering an apprenticeship?
Find out what First Year Vehicle Parts Apprentice Ciara and her dad Robert have to say about apprenticeships at Arnold Clark.
Need more info? Check out our handy parents’ guide to help them make the right decision.
Guide for parentsApprentice testimonials
I’ve always been interested in cars so I couldn’t wait to start my apprenticeship. I’ve been supported throughout my journey by my peers, trainers and mentors. If you’re thinking about applying, I would say go for it. Many doors have been opened for me as a result of my apprenticeship.
Irahim Nselenya
3rd year apprentice technician
My parts apprenticeship has given me so many opportunities. My training and progression is supported by my mentor and manager and I know I can always go to them for help when I need it. I really enjoy working with customers and providing them with great service.
Lewis Blackett
Vehicle parts apprentice
Work experience placements
Due to the current situation regarding COVID-19, we are unfortunately unable to hold work experience opportunities until further notice. Please see below for more details.
If you're aged between 14-16 and you haven't done your exams yet, you can get started on your Arnold Clark apprenticeship journey with our work experience opportunities in:
- Customer service
- Business administration
- Parts department
- Mechanical workshop
- Body repair / Paint workshop
- Accounts
Bring apprenticeships to your school
Due to the current situation regarding COVID-19, we have made the decision to put all bookings of the Apprenticeship van on hold until further notice. However, please leave your details below and we will be in touch when we can offer this service again.
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Apprenticeships are not open just yet, but if you would like to register your interest we will be in touch when vacancies are available.