Electrical Technical Trainer (Apprenticeships)

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College; Stroud; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College is seeking an Electrical Technical Trainer to support apprenticeships within the Construction Apprenticeships team. You will provide practical workshop teaching, supervise learners, and assist with end-point assessments while maintaining safety and workshop readiness.

You'll work 37 hours weekly for 38 weeks per year and have access to a generous pension, leave entitlement, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Recent industry experience in electrical installation, including inspection, testing, and 18th Edition Regulations.
• Experience supporting or delivering practical training in an educational or apprentice-based setting.
• Strong understanding of workshop health and safety practices and compliance requirements.
• Ability to support assessment processes and learner progression effectively.
• Good organisational skills, including planning, record-keeping, and resource management.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills when working with staff, learners, and employers.
• Willingness to undertake further professional development.
• Commitment to supporting high-quality training aligned to industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical workshop support during practical teaching sessions in collaboration with Lecturers/Assessors and Team Leaders
• Supervise and teach small groups of students, supporting skills development and progression
• Support the practical assessment of apprentices and preparation for end-point assessment
• Plan and facilitate workshop-based learning and assessment readiness activities
• Maintain workshop readiness, including preparation of tools, materials, and equipment
• Monitor and track learner progress, maintaining accurate records and supporting reviews with employers
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (Training Officers, Learning Support, Functional Skills) to deliver a holistic apprenticeship programme
• Ensure high standards of health and safety, housekeeping, and equipment maintenance within workshop environments
• Monitor and manage tool and material usage, supporting ordering and stock control
• Carry out routine safety checks and report risks or issues appropriately

Skills

Electrical install experience

18th Edition Regulations

Training delivery experience

Health & safety

Record keeping

Communication

Teamwork

Professional development

Industry standards

Job description

Electrical Technical Trainer (Apprenticeships)

Company:

Company: South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

Electrical Technical Trainer (Apprenticeships)

Role Information

Reference: REQ001484

FTE Salary up to £31,815.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time only

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

At SGS, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Financial Rewards and Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners’ lives
• Competitive Pension Scheme- Corporate and support roles have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a flexible and pension accessible from the age of 55, with generous employer contributions.
• Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays-25 days corporate and support functions, increasing to 30 days after 5 academic years’ service (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
• Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
• Access to ‘My Lifestyle’ discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• All staff members can buy a TOTUM card (formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
• Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
• Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College has an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work-based programmes in a range of subjects – from business to sport, construction to media, GCSE’s and A Levels to Honour Degree level programmes.

Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals. We are proud of SGS and committed to making the College the best it can be. We are currently working hard to achieve “Outstanding” status after being classified as “Good” in our last inspection. For more information, please visit https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/

We have an exciting role of Electrical Technical Trainer within our Construction Apprenticeships team!

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide technical workshop support during practical teaching sessions in collaboration with Lecturers/Assessors and Team Leaders
• Supervise and teach small groups of students, supporting skills development and progression
• Support the practical assessment of apprentices and preparation for end-point assessment
• Plan and facilitate workshop-based learning and assessment readiness activities
• Maintain workshop readiness, including preparation of tools, materials, and equipment
• Monitor and track learner progress, maintaining accurate records and supporting reviews with employers
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (Training Officers, Learning Support, Functional Skills) to deliver a holistic apprenticeship programme
• Ensure high standards of health and safety, housekeeping, and equipment maintenance within workshop environments
• Monitor and manage tool and material usage, supporting ordering and stock control
• Carry out routine safety checks and report risks or issues appropriately

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Recent industry experience in electrical installation, including inspection, testing, and 18th Edition Regulations
• Experience supporting or delivering practical training in an educational or apprentice-based setting
• Strong understanding of workshop health & safety practices and compliance requirements
• Ability to support assessment processes and learner progression effectively
• Good organisational skills, including planning, record-keeping, and resource management
• Effective communication and teamwork skills when working with staff, learners, and employers
• Willingness to undertake further professional development
• Commitment to supporting high-quality training aligned to industry standards

Please apply online by: Monday 7th November 2026

Expected Interview Date: To be confirmed

If you have any queries please contact [e-mail]

SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College