About The Role
In this rewarding role, you will be at the heart of our vocational training, directly assessing and mentoring learners through their Level 2 Autocare Technician and Level 3 Light Motor Vehicle Maintenance apprenticeships. Beyond hands‑on assessing, you will take on a pivotal leadership role, managing and developing additional apprenticeship programmes that align with our engineering sector area, working flexibly across locations. You’ll play a crucial part in bridging the gap between classroom learning and practical workplace skills, guiding apprentices as they launch their careers.
If you possess strong industry experience, a knack for coaching, and the leadership drive to champion high‑quality engineering education, we want to hear from you!
What You Will Do
- Combine hands‑on learner development with strategic programme coordination
- Work flexibly across locations (mobile role)
- Assess Level 2 Autocare apprentices and Level 3 Light Motor Vehicle apprentices
- Support learners directly in their workplaces
- Conduct regular, in‑depth progress reviews and ensure apprentices achieve key milestones
- Provide targeted coaching to support success
- Build and maintain strong employer relationships and collaborate with external stakeholders
- Align training delivery with industry and business needs
- Manage and mentor a team of assessors
About You
- Experienced automotive/engineering professional
- Strong organisational skills
- Proven experience leading teams
- Assessor award and IQA qualification
- Certificate in Education (or equivalent)
Benefits
- Annual Leave – Curriculum & Management: 44 days plus bank holidays; Curriculum support & business support: 39 days plus bank holidays.
- Pension Schemes with Generous Employer Contributions – Teachers’ Pension Scheme; Local Government Pension Scheme; People’s Pension Scheme.
- CPD Opportunities – Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.
- Qualifications – Including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
- Employee wellbeing initiatives – Family Friendly Policies; discounted onsite spa and gym.
- Travel and commuting – Discounted travel through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities – Discuss with recruiting manager; vary by role.
Safeguarding
All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, online checks and two satisfactory references. A criminal offence applies if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias and promote a diverse talent pool. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, treating every candidate fairly, respectfully and equitably.
