Motor Vehicle Technician
Job type: Permanent (Term Time only)
Salary: £23,556 per annum (pro rata)
Hours: 37 Hours per week
Location: Southampton
We are Nacro. We see your future, whatever the past.
We believe that everyone deserves a good education, a safe and secure place to live, the right to be heard, and the chance to start again, with support from someone on their side.
That’s why our housing, education, justice and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And it’s why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change.
What we offer
* An incremental pay offer with annual increases and increases which reflect your development in the role
* Fully funded progression route to becoming a qualified teacher
* Advanced progression options including assurance, coaching, and leadership qualifications to support your next career steps
* An alternative to observations where we will support you to experiment and try new things in your practice
* An average class size of just 8 students
* Protected time for essential administrative tasks
* A unique to industry focus on wellbeing with a genuine work-life balance, including annual leave available to request all year round
Who are we looking for
We are in search of a Motor Vehicle Technician to join our Team at Totton College. Providing general technical and clerical assistance to the motor vehicle curriculum areas in the college ensuring the smooth running of the curriculum areas such as ordering stock and equipment, setting up classrooms and practical activities, fixing equipment where possible, keeping tools in good condition, etc. We are seeking someone who is passionate about helping young people to learn and achieve, and who can help them be ready to take their next steps. We need someone who is compassionate in their approach, and who can work with young people who may have had multiple barriers to education in the past. We want someone who is flexible and can be part of a small, local team who come together in all circumstances to put our students first.
Responsibilities (but are not limited to)
* Confirm material stock, are checked, catalogued, maintained and stored appropriately
* Dispose of waste as appropriate
* Manage, monitor and record the disposal and repair of faulty equipment
* To manage and maintain Health and Safety across the department including risk assessment and COSHH data
* Liaise with suppliers to encourage competitiveness and secure contracts
* Monitor safety by ensuring students are following correct procedures to ensure best practices.
* Create and maintain task and risk assessments for the safer operating procedures for the workshop
* Order and control the issue of PPE
* Maintain and manage general housekeeping including the cleanliness of all facilities within the motor vehicle department.
* Provide hands‑on support during practical lessons under the direction of lecturers or instructors
* Demonstrate correct use of tools, equipment and workshop processes when appropriate
Requirements for this role
* English and Maths at GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent Level 2
* Experience working with young people with anxiety, ASD/ASHD
* Relevant industry experience and strong subject knowledge
* Good organisational skills
* Experience of working in a technical position within the motor vehicle industry
* IT literate (experience of using Microsoft Office and Excel)
* The ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
* Flexibility in working hours
* Experience in dealing with suppliers
* Relevant education experience
At Nacro, we believe in the power of a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those with criminal records. All applications are assessed on merit. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Interviews will commence from 23rd March 2026
Please click on the ‘Apply now’ button to apply online.
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