Pre-press Print Apprentice

  • Company: CPI Books -Croydon
  • Location: Croydon, CR0 4TD
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £14,976.00 per year
  • Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
  • Ref: NAS-2000042472
  • Application Deadline Date: 14/08/2026
  • Start Date: 24/08/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Days to be confirmed. 3 days per week. 6am - 6pm

Brief Description

CPI Books Croydon has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Apprentice to join our pre-press team to develop as a skilled Pre-press Operator and actively participate in a 24 Month apprenticeship as a Pre-press Print Operative. 

Training to be Provided

Intermediate Apprenticeship Standard for Print Operatives (Level 2)


A full plan will be created at the start of the Apprenticeship to provide information as to what you will be studying and when. Learn2print will deliver the theoretical knowledge for your Print Apprenticeship. You will attend a class each month for one full day at a local venue (this information can be provided on interview) This teaching and training will cover everything from health and safety and general industrial practices to specific industry practices. This will lead you to preparation for your end point assessment, consisting of an online exam, professional discussion and observation in the workplace. You will be allocated a designated tutor and workplace mentor who will support and guide you through the Apprenticeship.

Future Prospects

Full-time position available

Vacancy Detail


  • To manufacture all Dies and Cyrel plates to meet customer demands and delivery dates.

  • Ensure all elements are ready before manufacturing is scheduled.

  • Maintain all consumable stock levels, and Dies/Cyrel equipment.

  • To ensure Files are correctly processed through the Pre-Press department.

  • To work to high quality and output levels

  • Develop new ways to improve efficiencies and work flow

Ready to start your adventure?