Experienced / Trainee Welding & Fabrication Tutor
Location: Norwich
Salary: £28,000 – £38,000 per annum (DOE)
Type: Full-time, permanent
Hours: Mon–Fri, 08:30–16:30 (40 hrs/week)
About Our Client
Our client is a fast-growing engineering training provider offering commercial and industrial courses across welding, fabrication and wider engineering disciplines. Their Norwich campus boasts excellent transport links and world-class workshop facilities at the city centre site.
Role Overview
They’re seeking an experienced Welding & Fabrication Tutor—or a skilled Welder/Fabricator keen to transition into teaching—to join their team. You’ll plan and deliver both practical workshops and classroom theory, coach apprentices through hands-on welding and fabrication tasks, and help them achieve industry-standard competencies.
Key Responsibilities
* Demonstrate MMA, TIG & MIG welding techniques across plate, pipe and mixed materials
* Deliver practical workshops in safe tool and equipment operation
* Plan and deliver theory lessons covering welding processes, safety and best practice
* Provide constructive feedback and mentoring to apprentices
* Enforce Health & Safety regulations and instil rigorous safety procedures
* Prepare high-quality lesson plans, weld procedures and assessment records
* Adhere to all centre policies and the staff handbook
Qualifications & Experience
* Proven MMA, TIG & MIG welding skills in a commercial/industrial environment
* Broad knowledge of welding materials, joint types and fabrication techniques
* Certification in welding or a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. CSWIP, NVQ Level 3)
* Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
* Full, clean UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Teaching or assessor qualification (in-house training provided)
* Previous experience in apprenticeship delivery or vocational education
Personal Attributes
* Enthusiastic, self-motivated and supportive
* Excellent planner with strong organisational skills
* Able to work collaboratively and adapt to feedback
* Committed to learner success and continuous improvement
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary: £28k–£38k pa
* 20 days holiday + bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Free on-site parking
* Regular CPD and staff training
* Family-focused culture with genuine work–life balance
* Friendly, professional team and modern facilities