Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference Are you passionate about Auto Body Repair and Refinishing? Do you have the skills, knowledge, and industry experience to pass on to the next generation of automotive professionals? If so, Colchester Institute wants to hear from you! We’re on the lookout for a dynamic Lecturer in Auto Body Repair and Refinishing to join our forward-thinking Automotive Professions department, which is built around a vibrant, real work environment – delivering MOTs, servicing, and repairs to members of the public. As Course Leader in the Body Repair and Refinishing team, you’ll take the lead in delivering high-quality teaching and training to a range of learners, from 16-19-year-olds on full-time study programmes, to apprentices and adult learners on full-cost courses. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of the local industry by developing skilled, work-ready individuals. Job Title: Lecturer in Auto Body Repair and Refinishing About the Role: Leading and managing programmes in Auto Body Repair and Refinishing Designing engaging and effective schemes of work Preparing, delivering, and assessing inspiring lessons that meet learners’ needs Tutoring and guiding students through their learning journey Delivering occasional evening classes on or off-site (minimum of one per week) Essential Qualifications: Level 3 qualification or equivalent in vehicle service and repair. Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4 or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent. Level 5 Teaching Qualification / completing within 3 years of employment or 3 years of the first available course. Evidence of recent CPD Essential Experience: Significant experience of working in industry within a practical motor vehicle environment. Experience of maintaining equipment associated with vehicle service and repair workshops. All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.