Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA)
SMART BODYSHOP SOLUTIONS (KIDDERMINSTER)
Apprenticeship
Apprentice Vehicle Damage Assessor (VDA)
SMART BODYSHOP SOLUTIONS (KIDDERMINSTER)
Apprenticeship
Kidderminster, United Kingdom
£16,640 per hour
Full-time
In person
Typically 40hrs per week
13 Jul 2026
About the Organisation
Mechanical
Automotive
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 Kidderminster offers a complete vehicle, LCV and HGV body repair solution. At our 12,500 sq ft Kidderminster 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 at Kidderminster use a forward-thinking production model. This sets SMART Bodyshop Solutions' performance ahead of the competition, creating a Win-Win for all clients.
About the role
As a Vehicle Damage Assessor, you will be inspecting and assessing accident-damaged vehicles. You will learn skills to appraise and compile accurate estimates. Researching repair methods to work out the correct and safe repair required for each individual vehicle and using specialist software to produce work instructions and costings.
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
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
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED
Training course
Vehicle damage assessor (level 4)
What you'll learn
Course contents
Recognise properties of different types of vehicle damage
Maintain records
Use manual and digital image technology
Locate vehicle unique identification details
Diagnose safety faults on vehicles
Read, adhere to and apply relevant legislation
Use repair methods
Make judgements on vehicle damage, taking into account safety and cost
Commercial decision making
Prepare costings based on parts and labour ratios
Oral communication, listening and negotiation skills
Use industry guidelines appropriately
Recognises importance of gaining approval before work commences
Use of estimating software, spreadsheets, on-line databases
Recognise properties of different types of vehicle damage
Maintain records
Use manual and digital image technology
Locate vehicle unique identification details
Diagnose safety faults on vehicles
Read, adhere to and apply relevant legislation
Use repair methods
Make judgements on vehicle damage, taking into account safety and cost
Commercial decision making
Prepare costings based on parts and labour ratios
Oral communication, listening and negotiation skills
Use industry guidelines appropriately
Use of estimating software, spreadsheets, on-line databases
Training schedule
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