Print Apprenticeship Vacancy - Paignton

Print Apprenticeship Vacancy

Closing date: 26th August 2011

Vacancy short description: Longcombe Labels require a Print Production Apprentice to join their busy company based outside Paignton in Devon. The apprentice will work full-time for the company in the print and finishing area of the business, working hands on to gain knowledge of the processes and machinery utilised in label manufacture. Vacancy full description: The apprentice will work towards a Print Production Apprenticeship with Plymouth College of Art. This will be delivered via onsite assessments and monthly attendance at taught sessions at Plymouth College of Art. Skills required: You will work closely with a team of production staff and as such it is essential that you have excellent team working and communication skills. Personal qualities: Successful candidates will be practical, with a keen eye for detail and an appreciation of the importance of quality and consistency. As you will be working with machinery, an understanding of the need for safe working practices is essential. Qualifications required: GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above preferred Future prospects: This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to gain working knowledge and experience, and an industry recognised qualification. Employer name: Longcombe Labels Employer description: Established in 1984, Longcombe Labels make a wide range of tough tags, labels and wristbands for different industries in every continent. They specialise in high performance products where strength, extreme climate or high security issues are at stake. They undertake bespoke constructions and problem solving - so whether it's high temperature, high strength, weather and water resistance, security labelling/ticketing or metal detectability - Longcombe will have the answer!

Employer website: http://www.longcombe.co.uk/ Location: Paignton, Devon Salary:
Exceeds Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (£2.50 per hour) Expected duration: 18 months Training to be provided: You will work towards a Print & Printed Packaging Apprenticeship with Plymouth College of Art. In work you will develop a range of skills and knowledge and produce a portfolio of evidence supported by visits from an assessor. The knowledge units will be delivered in Plymouth, one day per month. You may also be required to study Key Skills in literacy, numeracy and ICT, depending on prior attainment.
Reality check: Please consider the distance of travel and the salary when applying for an apprenticeship vacancy. If you live outside of a reasonable commuting distance from the place of work an explanation of your travel plans will be expected within your application. Additional question 1: What skills, knowledge and personal qualities do you possess that make you the best candidate for this apprenticeship?