Job Title: Mechanic Trainer
Location: HMP Highpoint
Salary: From £30,000
Contract: Fixed Term (6 months) Prison-based role requiring full site presence and face-to-face learner engagement.
Role Overview:
We are recruiting a skilled Motor Mechanics Tutor to deliver high-quality vocational training within a prison setting. You will work with small groups of learners to develop practical skills, knowledge, and behaviours that support their long-term goals and reduce re-offending.
This role involves creating tailored training plans, delivering engaging lessons, and providing guidance to help learners overcome barriers and achieve qualifications. It requires flexibility, resilience, and a passion for vocational education.
Key Responsibilities:
Learner Support & Vocational Delivery
· Deliver Motor Mechanics training up to Level 2.
· Identify individual learner needs and create personalised learning plans linked to employment goals.
· Prepare, deliver, and review comprehensive lesson plans addressing vocational skills and employability.
· Engage and motivate learners to increase retention and progression.
· Provide constructive feedback and adapt curriculum content based on learner feedback.
Programme Administration & Compliance
· Complete all required documentation (registers, enrolment forms, ILPs, reviews, awarding body paperwork) in line with contractual deadlines.
· Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection standards.
· Meet contractual KPIs and performance targets.
Collaboration & Continuous Improvement
· Work with colleagues to support learner progression towards qualifications and employment.
· Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Essential Criteria:
· Level 2 vocational qualification in Motor Mechanics.
· Substantial vocational experience in Motor Mechanics.
· Experience delivering vocational training.
· Ability to use diverse teaching methods to engage learners.
· Strong communication and facilitation skills.
· Understanding of safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety, and data protection.
Desirable Criteria:
· Teaching or assessing qualification (or willingness to work towards).
· Experience developing curriculum and delivering roll-on, roll-off programmes.
· Empathy and experience working with disadvantaged groups or in secure environments.
· Knowledge of OFSTED Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Robert Rowe on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)