Engineering Skills and Development Coordinator

eTeach UK Limited; Truro; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

LGPS pension

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Friendly environment

Job summary

Truro & Penwith College is seeking an Engineering Skills and Development Coordinator to join the Maths, Computing and Engineering team. The role focuses on coordinating apprentice progress, conducting workplace assessments, and developing learning materials to support learners and employers across Cornwall.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 4/5 engineering qualification, have recent industry experience, and be capable of engaging with learners, employers and colleagues while ensuring

Qualifications

• A Level 4 or 5 qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering.
• Recent industry experience within an engineering environment.
• Experience delivering or supporting apprenticeship standards.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work effectively with learners, employers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor apprentice progress.
• Carry out workplace assessments and reviews.
• Develop learning and assessment materials.
• Work closely with employers to ensure apprentices achieve qualifications and apprenticeship outcomes.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Apprenticeship standards

Coaching & development

Team collaboration

Education

A Level 4/5 qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Engineering Skills and Development Coordinator

Engineering Skills and Development CoordinatorFull Time | 37 Hours per Week | 52 Weeks per YearSalary: £33,683 - £35,911 per annum (Scale 7, Points 32-34)Are you an experienced engineering professional looking to develop the next generation of skilled engineers and apprentices?We are seeking a motivated and industry-focused Engineering Skills and Development Coordinator to join our Maths, Computing and Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your engineering expertise with a passion for supporting learners and employers, helping to deliver high-quality apprenticeship and workforce development programmes.As a key member of the team, you will coordinate and monitor apprentice progress, carry out workplace assessments and reviews, develop learning and assessment materials, and work closely with employers to ensure apprentices successfully achieve their qualifications and wider apprenticeship outcomes. You will play an important role in maintaining strong employer partnerships while ensuring compliance with apprenticeship funding and quality requirements.

The successful candidate will have:

• A Level 4 or 5 qualification in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Aerospace Engineering.
• Recent industry experience within an engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles and practices.
• The ability to work effectively with learners, employers and colleagues.
• Experience of delivering or supporting apprenticeship standards.
• A full UK driving licence.

This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of engineering talent across Cornwall while supporting employers to build the skilled workforce they need. The position would suit someone with strong industry knowledge who enjoys coaching, developing and supporting others to achieve their potential.

Why work with us?

At Truro & Penwith College, we're proud of our supportive culture, welcoming community and commitment to helping both our students and staff succeed. You'll join a passionate team making a real difference to learners across Cornwall while benefiting from excellent professional development opportunities and a rewarding working environment.

• generous annual leave entitlement
• membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• access to ongoing professional development opportunities
• comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• chance to work within a friendly and supportive environment

You'll also have opportunities to contribute to College-wide projects and initiatives, helping to shape and enhance the experience of students and staff across the College. Closing Date: Monday 16 November 2026Interview Date: Week commencing 23 November 2026