Advanced Technical Trainer in Construction Plant

Reaseheath College; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution in Nantwich seeks an Advanced Technical Trainer in Construction Plant. The role involves developing and delivering training for apprentices, mentoring students, and conducting assessments. Candidates should have industry experience in construction plant operations and a minimum Level 3 qualification in the vocational area. The position offers generous annual leave, enhanced sick pay, and other benefits such as a pension scheme and gym membership.

Benefits

35 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Two-week festive/New Year shut down

Generous pension scheme with employer contribution

Enhanced sick pay up to six months

On-site gym membership

Pluxee reward scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification required in a relevant vocational area.
• Teaching qualifications are desirable but not essential.
• Industry experience in Construction Plant operations, maintenance, or engineering is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver rail apprenticeship training.
• Lead and mentor students through various training activities.
• Conduct vocational assessments on-site and off-site.
• Work flexibly across all areas of the Engineering department.
• Provide guidance and support to apprentices and employer partners.

Skills

Industry experience in Construction Plant operations

Strong teaching, training, or mentoring skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of industry regulations

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in the vocational area

Job description

Advanced Technical Trainer in Construction Plant

Job Title: Advanced Technical Trainer in Construction Plant

Status: Permanent, Full Time, 37 hours per week

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 11th January 2026

Assessment Centre Date: W/C 18th January 2026

Overview

Reaseheath College is a forward‑thinking and dynamic college providing an excellent educational experience to over 4,500 students a year. Our Academy of Engineering covers Agricultural, Motor Vehicle and Large Transport Vehicle Engineering, which includes Bus and Coach, Construction Plant, and Rail, with multiple training facilities across our campus to ensure our learners are industry focused and career ready. The College has significantly invested in the Engineering facility, with a £7 million Advanced Engineering and Agri‑Tech Centre boasting state‑of‑the‑art facilities and equipment for teaching purposes. A new facility at the Reaseheath Engineering Apprenticeship Academy was purpose built to accommodate the growing demand within Large Transport Vehicle engineering. We also have an impressive five‑bay high‑spec equipment facility for our Motor Vehicle cohort.

About the role

Due to significant growth in the Engineering department, we are looking for a motivated and innovative Advanced Technical Trainer to deliver high‑quality, progressive training and assessment for Construction Plant Apprentices. This is a vital role, providing practical delivery to apprentices who are on block release from their employers.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver rail apprenticeship training that meets industry and accreditation standards.
• Lead and mentor students through engaging theory, practical, and assessment activities.
• Conduct vocational assessments both on‑site and off‑site for our national programmes.
• Work flexibly across all areas of the Engineering department to share knowledge and expertise.
• Provide guidance and support to apprentices and employer partners.
• Ensure health, safety, compliance and safeguarding are at the heart of everything we do.

The successful candidate will

• Have industry experience in Construction Plant operations, maintenance, or engineering.
• Hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in the vocational area.
• Possess strong teaching, training, or mentoring skills (teaching qualifications desirable but not essential).
• Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be knowledgeable of industry regulations, health and safety standards, and relevant qualifications.

We can offer you

• 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Two‑week festive/New Year shut down
• Generous pension scheme with an employer contribution of 28.68%
• Enhanced sick pay of up to six months full pay depending on service
• On‑site gym membership available
• Pluxee reward scheme
• Free parking

As a college, we actively encourage applications from industry professionals without a teaching qualification, as well as those from qualified teachers. Reaseheath offers a full CPD programme with access to funded qualifications alongside hands‑on support whilst completing Further Education Training.

For more information, please refer to the additional job description. This role constitutes ‘regulated activity’ as defined by the Protection of Freedom Act 2012. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with barred‐list information prior to starting employment. You must also have the right to work in the UK and provide evidence. Online checks will be carried out during the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Reaseheath College is committed to achieving its public sector general equality duty, set out in the Equality Act 2010, and to fostering a culture of inclusion and respect.

Disability Support

The College is a Disability Confident Employer and will support any reasonable adjustments you require during the recruitment process. Contact the HR team at [e-mail] if you need adjustments.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised close date if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We do not accept applications or speculative CVs through recruitment agencies.