Automotive Trainer

Salary: £35,880 + £7,500 industry payment

Full time, permanent

37 hours per week

Are you an experienced Light Vehicle Technician with a passion for developing others? A well-established Further Education college in Buckinghamshire is looking for an Automotive Apprenticeship Trainer to join their growing apprenticeships team. This is a brilliant opportunity for an industry professional who wants to pass on their expertise and make a real difference to the next generation of automotive technicians.

Day to day, you will:

• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching aligned to apprenticeship standards and awarding body requirements
• Manage a caseload of apprentices, visiting them in their place of work for assessment and progress reviews
• Provide meaningful one-to-one coaching, feedback and target setting to support learner progression
• Build and maintain positive relationships with employers, ensuring training plans reflect real workplace needs
• Keep accurate records of attendance, progress and off-the-job training in line with funding and compliance requirements
• Participate in curriculum development, course reviews and continuous professional development
• Contribute to open events and employer engagement activities as required

What we are looking for

• A Level 3 qualification or above in a relevant automotive discipline, or equivalent industry experience
• Recent, hands-on professional experience in the automotive sector
• A teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
• Maths and English at Level 2 or above
• Experience of instructing, training or mentoring others in a professional setting
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload
• A genuine passion for supporting learners and raising their aspirations
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality and diversity

What is on offer

• Salary of £31,200 to £35,880 per annum, plus a £7,500 industry sector payment
• Teacher Pension Scheme (TPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays and an additional leave purchase scheme
• Free access to training and continuous professional development
• A structured induction and probation support programme
• Flexible working policy and a commitment to employee wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Programme, cycle to work scheme and local corporate discounts

Please note: an enhanced DBS check will be required for this post, payable by the candidate. Access to own transport is required due to the nature of the role.

If this sounds like the right move for you, get in touch for a confidential conversation before applying.