Aviation Tutor

Bedford College Group; Old Warden; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is looking for two Aviation Tutors to join their Aviation department. The role offers a salary range of £29,870 to £39,696 per annum, with potential further uplift. Successful candidates will design engaging content, lead practical sessions, and support learners in their development. Comprehensive industry experience, communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively are essential for this permanent, full-time position.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays

People's pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Hold relevant aerospace industry experience in MRO environments.
• Demonstrate knowledge of hand fitting, fasteners, and sheet metal work.
• Ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and produce documentation.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging aviation apprenticeship content.
• Lead practical training in aerospace engineering disciplines.
• Conduct progress reviews and foster learner participation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Assessor awards (D32/33, A1/A2, TAQA or Level 3 Award)

Completed a time-served aviation apprenticeship or equivalent

Tools

Knowledge of aircraft maintenance

Job description

Role: Aviation Tutor x2
Location: Shuttleworth College - Old Warden
Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £29,870 and £39,696 per annum DOE and Qualifications.
Plus a salary uplift of up to £10,000 for the right candidate, 27 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, People's pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week - 52 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent - Full Time
Right to Work: UK based contract; must have the right to work in the UK. No sponsorship available.

About the role

We are currently seeking two Aviation Tutors in Engineering to join our Aviation department at the Bedford College Group. As a Training Coordinator, you will play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Programme Delivery & Assessment – Design and deliver engaging aviation apprenticeship content using diverse instructional techniques, assess knowledge, skills and behaviours to support learner success and EPA readiness.
• Workshop & Technical Training – Lead practical training in aerospace engineering disciplines including hand fitting, sheet metal work and mechanical fasteners, while promoting health and safety and industry standards.
• Curriculum & Quality Assurance – Develop lesson plans and schemes of work, contribute to SAR and audits, and support internal quality processes to maintain high programme standards.
• Learner Support & Engagement – Conduct progress reviews, support induction and skills scans, and foster learner participation through mentoring, RAG rating contributions and involvement in team activities.
• Compliance & Professional Development – Uphold safeguarding, EDI and health and safety policies, engage in CPD and maintain industry knowledge to ensure relevant and professional delivery across all locations.

About you

• Qualifications & Industry Experience – Hold assessor awards (D32/33, A1/A2, TAQA or Level 3 Award), completed a time-served aviation apprenticeship or equivalent, with relevant aerospace industry experience in MRO environments.
• Technical Expertise – Demonstrate in‑depth knowledge of aircraft maintenance, structural competencies and fundamental engineering skills including hand fitting, fasteners and sheet metal work.
• Professional Skills – Strong communication, organisation and problem‑solving abilities, with capacity to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines and produce accurate documentation and reports.
• Learner Support & Teamwork – Passionate about developing others, contribute to a supportive learning environment and work collaboratively with staff and students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Values & Compliance – Align with organisational values, promote safeguarding and EDI, and maintain flexibility and commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews

Interviews to be held: TBC.

Values

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team and by working together we can achieve great things, respecting each other’s opinions and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year. The Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire, including Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College, Tresham College, Shuttleworth College, The Bedford Sixth Form, The Corby Sixth Form and the National College for Motorsport, alongside the Silverstone race circuit. Community‑based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering offer IT training.

Safeguarding our Students

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest.