Automotive Engineering Teacher (Light or Light Commercial Vehicles)

Exeter College; Exeter; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Exeter is seeking an Automotive Engineering Teacher to educate and mentor students in automotive programmes. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, industry experience, and a commitment to fostering student success. You will join a highly motivated team, engaging with students and contributing to a supportive educational environment, while enjoying excellent benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

55 days’ paid holiday

28% of salary pension contribution

Discounted shopping

Industry training days

Qualifications

• Background in the automotive trade.
• Eager to support and guide students.
• Commitment to personal development.

Responsibilities

• Teach automotive programmes and provide pastoral support.
• Liaise with parents and carers.
• Involve in curriculum verification and quality.

Skills

Positive attitude

Experience in the automotive industry

Team player

Passionate about teaching

Job description

Automotive Engineering Teacher (light or light commercial vehicles)

Background in the automotive trade? Fancy sharing your skills & knowledge with the next generation? We’re looking for a patient, positive and super‑organised teacher.

We're looking for someone who's

• positive, supportive and passionate, with a can‑do attitude
• a team player with experience in the automotive industry
• eager to offer our students the best support and guidance to help them achieve their goals
• keen to engage in personal development

What you’ll be doing

• Working in a team that teaches IMI automotive programmes, City & Guilds, T‑level programmes for 16‑18 year‑olds
• Pastoral tutoring of a cohort of 16‑18 year‑olds, liaising with parents and carers
• Involvement in the verification and quality of the curriculum
• Attending celebration and guidance events

Why join us?

• Highly motivated, dedicated and supportive team
• Industry workshops fully equipped for light vehicle maintenance, live MOT bay, hydrogen cars and electric vehicle
• Paid industry training days and great professional development
• Great benefits, including discounted shopping, bikes, electric cars and watersports
• The best reward of all… seeing your students flourish and gain confidence

Benefits

• 55 days’ paid holiday and an extra 28% of salary paid into your pension
• Free counselling, discounted supermarket shopping, spa treatments, electric cars and paddleboarding
• Generous holiday and a superb pension scheme

The closing date is 30th November at midnight.

Everyone’s welcome to apply for a role here, regardless of personal characteristics, including race, age, gender, religion, ability, disability or sexuality.

We are committed to safeguarding and welfare. We expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education). If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All posts at Exeter College are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.