Apprenticeship Β· earn while you train Β· live UK standard from the careers engine
Apprenticeship

Clock maker

Level
3
Advanced Β· like A-levels
Length
2 yrs
typical
Sector
Creative and design
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

Service, repair and manufacture components for a range of clocks as well as being able to manufacture a complete clock.

What you'd do

Dismantle and clean clock movements using specialist equipment
Diagnose faults and plan appropriate repair or restoration work
Turn, file, and fit replacement components to the correct specification
Reassemble, regulate, and test clock movements for accurate timekeeping
Polish and repair wooden or metal cases under supervisor guidance
Document work carried out and advise customers on aftercare

What you'd learn

Principles of mechanical horology and how clock movements work
How to strip, clean, inspect, and reassemble clock movements
Fabrication of replacement parts using hand tools and lathes
Fault diagnosis and adjustment of going rate, strike, and chiming trains
Care and handling of antique cases, dials, and decorative elements
Record-keeping and customer communication for restoration projects
Ready to look for a place?
See live Clock maker apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
Find vacancies
A Careermash concept Β· apprenticeship standard from our careers engine Β· vacancies via gov.uk.

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