Engineering Apprenticeship Coach for Operative Training

Pearson; Leconfield; Remoto; GBP 30.000 - 40.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Competitive benefits package

Career development opportunities

Resumo da vaga

Pearson is seeking an Apprenticeship Coach for the Defence School of Transport, Leconfield. The role focuses on coaching and supporting Royal Logistic Corps apprentices on the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship, helping them develop technical and behavioural competencies and preparing for Gateway and End Point Assessment.

The role requires driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally, with on-site duties at DST Leconfield and collaboration with Defence partners.

Qualificações

• Experience coaching, mentoring or training others.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage learner caseloads.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver coaching and apprenticeship support aligned to the Engineering Operative Level 2 Standard.
• Conduct learner reviews, workplace observations and progress discussions.
• Support apprentices in developing technical knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours.
• Monitor learner progress and identify support needs or barriers to achievement.
• Maintain accurate learner records and compliance documentation.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support learner development.

Conhecimentos

Coaching

Mentoring

Communication

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Formação

Level 2 qualification in engineering/vehicle maintenance (desirable)

Ferramentas

Digital learning platforms

Learning management systems

Descrição da vaga

Apprenticeship Coach - Engineering Operative (RLC)

Description

This role is ideal for someone who combines engineering or vehicle maintenance expertise with a passion for developing others. You'll coach and support Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) apprentices undertaking the Engineering Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship, helping them develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to succeed in military transport and logistics environments.

The role aligns with job titles such as Apprenticeship Coach, Engineering Trainer, Engineering Assessor, Vehicle Maintenance Instructor, Engineering Instructor, Technical Trainer, Mechanical Engineering Coach, or Vocational Trainer.

The Role

As an Apprenticeship Coach, you'll support learners through the early stages of their apprenticeship journey at the Defence School of Transport (DST), conducting coaching sessions, progress reviews, workplace observations and learner support activities.

Working closely with learners, military stakeholders and colleagues, you'll help apprentices achieve key milestones, remain engaged with their programme and prepare for successful progression to Gateway and End Point Assessment.

The role is primarily based at DST Leconfield, with occasional travel required to support wider apprenticeship activities. A driving licence is essential.

What You'll Own

You'll:

• Deliver coaching and apprenticeship support aligned to the Engineering Operative Level 2 Standard.

• Conduct learner reviews, workplace observations and progress discussions.

• Support apprentices in developing technical knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours.

• Monitor learner progress and identify support needs or barriers to achievement.

• Maintain accurate learner records and compliance documentation.

• Provide timely, constructive feedback that supports learner development.

• Build strong relationships with learners, military stakeholders and training staff.

• Support apprentices in preparing for Gateway and End Point Assessment.

• Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.

About You

You're an experienced engineering or vehicle maintenance professional who enjoys helping people learn and develop.

You may come from a military, transport engineering, logistics, fleet maintenance, heavy vehicle, plant maintenance or automotive background. Most importantly, you're confident coaching others, communicating effectively and working independently to support learner success.

You'll likely bring:

• Engineering, vehicle maintenance or transport engineering experience.

• Coaching, mentoring, training or instructional experience.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Good organisational and planning abilities.

• Experience working with safety, compliance and maintenance procedures.

• Confidence using digital systems and learning platforms.

• The ability to build positive relationships and motivate learners.

Essential

• Engineering, vehicle maintenance, transport engineering or related occupational experience.

• Experience coaching, mentoring, training or supporting the development of others.

• Knowledge of engineering maintenance principles and safe working practices.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Ability to work independently and manage learner caseloads effectively.

• Good IT skills and confidence using digital learning platforms.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Ability and willingness to travel when required.

• Level 2 qualification in engineering, vehicle maintenance, transport engineering or equivalent occupational competence is desirable; substantial relevant experience will also be considered.

• Category C or C+E driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience within military, Defence or Royal Logistic Corps environments.

• Experience working with military vehicles, transport fleets or related equipment.

• Experience delivering or supporting apprenticeship programmes.

• Engineering Operative apprenticeship experience.

• Assessor, teaching or quality assurance qualifications.

• Knowledge of apprenticeship compliance, Gateway and End Point Assessment requirements.

• Understanding of Ofsted quality frameworks and apprenticeship funding requirements.

• Previous military service, particularly within transport, logistics, engineering or vehicle maintenance functions.

What You'll Get

You'll join a supportive and experienced apprenticeship team that is passionate about learner success, Defence capability and workforce development.

You'll benefit from:

• The opportunity to support apprentices at the start of their military careers.

• A varied role combining coaching, mentoring, observations, learner reviews and stakeholder engagement.

• Opportunities to gain teaching, assessing and quality qualifications where appropriate.

• Ongoing professional development and continuous learning opportunities.

• A collaborative working environment within Pearson TQ and Defence partnerships.

• The chance to make a meaningful impact on learner achievement and operational capability.

• Access to Pearson's competitive benefits package and career development opportunities.

Location & Working Pattern

• Based onsite at Defence School of Transport (DST), Leconfield

• Full-time position

• Primarily learner-facing delivery and coaching role

• Occasional travel may be required to support wider apprenticeship activities

• Driving licence required

• Working with Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) apprentices and Defence stakeholders

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're an engineering or vehicle maintenance professional who is passionate about developing people and supporting learner success, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help shape the next generation of Defence engineering and logistics professionals through high-quality coaching, mentoring and apprenticeship support.

#LI-DM1

Who we are:

At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson.

Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing [e-mail].

Job: School Service Delivery

Job Family: LEARNING_&_CONTENT_DELIVERY

Organization: Enterprise Learning & Skills

Schedule: FULL_TIME

Workplace Type: On-site

Req ID: 25629