Print Apprenticeship Vacancy - Torquay

Apprenticeship Vacancy
Closing date: 24th August 2011
Vacancy short description: Ansell and Porosa currently require a Design Assistant to join their busy sign writing company based in Torquay. Vacancy full description: The apprentice will work full-time for the company in the design area of the business, preparing client signage for the print and manufacture process but will also be required to assist in all other areas of the business, including print, manufacture and installation. Skills required: You will be working with design software and therefore existing knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator or similar software would be beneficial. You will work closely with the designer and a team of 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 also 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: Employer description: Ansell & Porosa are a highly skilled and respected custom sign company based in Torquay, Devon. With over 30 years experience in the signmaking Industry, they undertake all forms of signmaking from shop fronts to van graphics to complete pub sign packages and everything in between. The company have manufactured and installed signage throughout the UK, Canada, Bermuda and throughout America. They have learned traditional methods and techniques over the years and are now mixing those techniques with a modern approach to produce eye catching signage that really stands out. They offer a full design to installation service, with as much "in house" manufacturing as possible to keep standards at their highest.
Employer website: www.ansellandporosa.co.uk Location: Torquay, Devon Salary: Meets 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.