Location: Trowbridge, Wiltshire, Wiltshire, South West, UKAutomotive TechnicianLocation: TrowbridgeSalary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to progress into higher-graded rolesDo you have experience in the automotive industry and are looking for greater stability and security? Or do you hold a qualification in Motor Vehicle / Automotive Technology and want to turn it into a rewarding career in education?If youre ready to step away from the physical demands, long hours, and uncertainty of workshop or dealership life, this is your opportunity to enjoy a healthier work-life balance while making a genuine difference.Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your automotive expertise to a team that values your skills, offers long-term security, and empowers you to help shape the next generation of technicians.What We OfferSalary:£25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to progress into higher-graded rolesContract Type:Permanent, Full Time
37 hours per week, 52 weeks per yearYear-Round Employment:No unpaid breaks between contractsOutstanding Benefits Local Government Pension Scheme
a strong, secure foundation for your future Generous Holiday Entitlement
30 days paid annual leave plus 8 paid bank holidays College closure and wellbeing days
including a 2-week paid Christmas closure Employee Assistance Programme
24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support Free On-Site Gyms
available across multiple campuses Lifestyle Discounts
savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure Cycle-to-Work Scheme
save money while staying active Professional Development
ongoing training and career progression opportunities Additional Perks
discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entryA stable role with benefits that support your life today and your future tomorrow.What Youll Do Maintain safe, organised, and fully equipped Automotive workshops Support practical teaching sessions and hands-on vehicle maintenance projects Assist students in developing confidence and essential motor vehicle skills Take pride in maintaining tools, equipment, and a professional workshop environmentWhat Youll Bring NVQ Level 2 or above in Motor Vehicle / Automotive Technology(or a closely related qualification youre keen to put into practice) Practical experience in vehicle servicing, diagnostics, repair, and maintenanceWhy Choose This Path?Continue using the automotive skills youve worked hard to develop
without: Physically demanding daily workshop labour Long or unpredictable working hours Weekend shifts and job insecurity Pressure-driven dealership environmentsA role that keeps you hands-on with the trade, while giving you more time for life outside work.Make a move that truly pays offIf youre ready for a more secure, balanced, and rewarding future in automotive education, wed love to hear from you.Closing Date: 11/01/26Please note:Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document.Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.Safer RecruitmentWiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.Closing date: 11thJanuary 2026Shortlist date: 12thJanuary 2026Interview date: TBCTPBN1_UKTJ