Light Vehicle Maintenance Learning Practitioner
Location: Sunderland
PostType: Full Time
ContractType: Permanent
ClosingDate: 23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 17 June 2025
Reference: 0351-25
About the College
Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for more than 20 years and is one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students.
The College has two campuses across the city of Sunderland, offering a wide range of academic and vocational provision for school leavers and adults. The College aims to develop and positively shape lives, communities, and the economy through teaching, learning and development of skills. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results and Sunderland College has been ranked in the top 25% in the country for student achievement rates. In October 2024, we were ranked as Ofsted outstanding, and we are proud of our diverse student and staff community that provide our students with bespoke education pathways to help them achieve their future career goals.
Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas -Ofsted-Report-Outstanding
Our Journey & Values
As an employer, we prioritize cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.
About the Candidate
We’re looking for a passionate and committed individual with excellent communication, mentoring, and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be approachable, patient, and able to inspire confidence in learners, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment. Strong organisational skills, adaptability, and a proactive attitude are essential to support both individual student needs and curriculum development. These qualities reflect our core values of excellence, inclusivity, and collaboration—supporting every learner to reach their full potential.
As a Changemaker, you will empower the next generation of vehicle maintenance professionals by bridging industry expertise with education. They will drive positive transformation by embedding real-world skills, promoting innovation in teaching, and fostering resilience and ambition in learners. Through collaboration with colleagues and industry partners, they will continuously improve the learning experience, championing growth and creating lasting impact across the wider community.
About the Role
This role involves delivering engaging teaching and assessment in light vehicle maintenance, helping learners build essential skills for the automotive industry. It's a great opportunity to make a real impact, share industry expertise, and support learner success. While not tied to a specific project, the role contributes to our wider mission of raising technical education standards. There are strong opportunities for professional development, including teaching qualifications and progression routes. The successful candidate will also work with modern diagnostic tools and emerging vehicle technologies.
Role Responsibilities
* Plan, deliver, and assess engaging light vehicle maintenance sessions to meet curriculum and industry standards.
* Support learners through their journey, monitoring progress, attendance, and behaviour.
* Provide constructive feedback to support achievement and progression.
* Create and maintain high-quality learning resources, including digital materials.
* Build and maintain relationships with employers and stakeholders to enhance the curriculum.
* Contribute to course development, quality assurance, and college events such as enrolment and open days.
Qualifications
Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent.
English and Maths at Level 2 or equivalent.
Note: A teaching qualification is not essential, but support will be provided to work towards one.
* Recent industry experience in light vehicle maintenance.
* Strong knowledge of current vehicle systems, diagnostics, and repair techniques.
* Ability to communicate clearly and support learners at different levels.
* Competent in using technology to support teaching and learning.
* Understanding of health & safety, safeguarding, and equality practices.
* Experience in a teaching, training or mentoring role.
* Knowledge of electric/hybrid vehicle technologies.
* Experience working with awarding bodies or vocational assessment.
* Familiarity with digital learning platforms and online teaching tools.
What’s in it for you?
Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
* Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays).
* Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
* LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 23.68%)
* Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
* We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
* Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
* Free parking on most campuses.
Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
Please contact Bill.milestone@sunderlandcollege.ac.uk should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.
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