Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA)
SBS BODYWORKS LTD · LONDON, UK
- Salary
- £16,640 a year
- Level
- Level 4
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Closes
- 28 Oct 2026
- Qualification
- Level 4 Apprenticeship qualification in Vehicle Damage Assessor
- Training provider
- AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED
About the role
As an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA) at SBS Bodyworks, you will gain the skills to inspect and assess accident-damaged vehicles. Your responsibilities will include appraising damage, compiling accurate estimates, researching repair methods, and utilizing specialist software to produce work instructions and costings. You will liaise with technical colleagues, customers, and insurance companies to negotiate repairs. This role offers a varied and interesting daily experience with opportunities for career progression within the automotive sector, potentially leading to roles such as Workshop Controller or Bodyshop Manager.
Entry requirements
- GCSE English Grade 4/C or above, GCSE Maths Grade 4/C or above. Key skills include communication, IT, attention to detail, organisation, customer care, problem-solving, presentation, administration, numeracy, analytical skills, logic, teamwork, initiative, being non-judgemental, patience, and physical fitness.
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