Cycle Mechanic Workshop Trainer

Association of Cycle Traders; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing resources

Free eye tests

Health plan

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

On-site facilities

Job summary

Activate Learning invites applications for a Cycle Workshop Trainer based at the Oxford Cycles Workshop. You will deliver high‑quality teaching, training and assessment to students and client groups, ensuring an engaging learning experience in a hands‑on bike workshop environment.

The role is full‑time (37 hours) Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work. You should have extensive cycle workshop experience across road, MTB and e‑bikes; Cytech Level 3 is desirable and a strong focus on

Qualifications

• Cytech Level 3 qualifications are desirable; equivalent experience will be considered.
• Experience in bicycle workshop and working with road/ MTB/ e-bike bikes.
• Strong understanding of workshop best practice, manufacturer specifications, technical resources and health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality teaching, training and assessment to students and client groups.
• Based at the Oxford Cycles Workshop with occasional training at other locations.
• Teach or coach in hands‑on sessions and demonstrate practical skills to small groups.

Skills

Workshop experience

Teaching/training

Stock management

IT systems for workshop administration

Health and safety

Communication with groups

Education

Cytech Level 3

Job description

Employer Activate Learning Job reference 35681Emp Location Oxford, Oxfordshire Salary range Permanent /Full Time £30,152 - £31,055 Per Annum Job added 17 August 26 Final date for applications 9 September 26

Job Description

About the role as a Cycle Workshop Trainer:

Activate Cycle Academy are the UK’s foremost training organisation for Cytech commercial and Apprenticeship based Cycle Mechanic Training. We are looking for an experienced cycle mechanic with extensive knowledge covering all types of bike and e-bike, to run training courses.

As a Workshop Trainer, you will deliver high-quality teaching, training and assessment to students and a range of client groups, ensuring an engaging and supportive learning experience. Based primarily at the Oxford Cycles Workshop, you will work to the College's quality standards and may occasionally deliver training at other locations as required.

This is a full time, permanent role working 37 hours per week based at the Leys College campus. The role is primarily Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend working required.

What do you need to be a successful Cycle Workshop Trainer at Activate Learning?

You will have experience working in a bicycle workshop, carrying out custom builds, servicing, and repairs across a range of bikes and components. You should have a strong understanding of workshop best practice, manufacturer specifications, technical resources, and health and safety requirements.

Cytech Level 3 qualifications are desirable, although equivalent experience will be considered. Knowledge of electronic groupsets, suspension servicing, stock management, and ordering from trade suppliers would be advantageous.

While teaching or coaching experience is beneficial, the most desirable quality is being a skilled, hands‑on mechanic who is confident demonstrating practical skills and engaging with small groups of learners.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Several years' experience in a bicycle workshop
• Strong knowledge of road, MTB, e-bike, and hybrid bikes
• Good organisational and stock management skills
• Experience using IT systems for workshop administration and supplier ordering
• Confidence delivering practical demonstrations to small groups
• A commitment to continuous professional development
• Willingness to work towards training and assessing qualifications if not already held

Who we are

Activate Apprenticeships, part of Activate Learning Group, work with local businesses offering a variety of industry work placements to our apprentices. We deliver apprenticeship programmes which are designed to enable our apprentices with gaining valuable vocational and professional skills and training within a workplace environment whilst completing their accredited qualification and additional academic studies.

Our Activate Apprenticeships employees are dedicated in identifying fantastic opportunities to a pipeline of 16,000 apprentices, working with employers across the UK to deliver apprenticeship programmes, training and to offer expert advice to businesses.

Activate Apprenticeships Employee Benefits

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award‑winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in‑house L&D team.
• Pension Scheme: NEST pension scheme for AA staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave*
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote and flexible working patterns.
• On‑Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

For a comprehensive list of all of our Wellbeing & benefits please visit our work‑with‑us/wellbeing

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.

Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.