Job Description
Welding Tutor – Derby
Date Posted: 27th February 2026
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Location: In person Derby
Company Overview
Momentum Recruitment and Training is a leading UK provider of vocational education and skills training. We are passionate about helping individuals gain industry-relevant skills that lead to real career opportunities.
We are now looking to appoint a skilled and experienced Welding Tutor with an engineering background to join our Derby team and support the development of the next generation of welding professionals.
Role Overview
As a Welding Tutor, you will deliver high-quality welding training to learners using our fully equipped workshop facilities. This role combines classroom-based theory with hands-on practical instruction across a range of welding processes.
You’ll play a vital role in building learners’ technical skills, confidence, and employability, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and update welding training materials and lesson plans in line with industry standards
* Deliver engaging classroom sessions covering welding theory, processes, and safe working practices
* Provide practical demonstrations and one-to-one coaching within the welding workshop
* Monitor and assess learner progress through practical assessments, written work, and project-based tasks
* Provide clear, constructive feedback to support learner development
* Maintain a safe learning environment and enforce health and safety standards at all times
* Ensure welding equipment, tools, and materials are well maintained and fit for purpose
* Mentor and support learners, helping them build skills, confidence, and career readiness
* Stay up to date with industry developments, technologies, and regulatory requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
* Strong practical welding experience across MIG, TIG, and ARC processes
* Experience working with a range of materials and fabrication techniques
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* A strong commitment to health and safety
* A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing others
Desirable (but not essential)
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline
* Previous teaching, tutoring, or training experience
* Recognised welding certifications (e.g.
AWS, ASME, EAL or equivalent)
Benefits
* Competitive salary (£30,000 – £35,000 per year)
* Generous holiday entitlement
* Company pension scheme
* Professional development and training opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Casual dress policy