Freelance Electrical Trainer

Realise UK; Cleckheaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive freelance day rate

Flexible working around training needs

Access to modern training facilities

Job summary

Smart Energy Training is seeking a Freelance Electrical Trainer to support delivery of our new Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship programme at the Cleckheaton site. You will train apprentices, run practical sessions and help establish our new facilities, bringing industry standards and real‑world experience to learners.

You will deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, provide constructive feedback and adapt delivery to different learning styles.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification and 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• Must have relevant teaching and assessing qualifications.
• Strong practical knowledge of electrical installation meets industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality electrical installation training to apprentices.
• Plan and deliver structured lessons aligned with qualification requirements and industry standards.
• Provide practical demonstrations and support learners to develop skills in a workshop environment.
• Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback to support achievement.
• Adapt delivery to meet different learning styles and individual needs.
• Maintain accurate records of learner progress, attendance and assessment outcomes.
• Contribute to development of training resources and curriculum.
• Collaborate with the Smart Energy team to ensure a positive, industry-relevant training experience.

Education

Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Teaching and assessing qualifications

Job description

Are you an experienced electrical professional with a passion for sharing your knowledge and developing the next generation of electricians? Smart Energy Training is growing, and we're looking for a Freelance Electrical Trainer to support the delivery of our new Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship programme at our Cleckheaton site.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with us on a freelance basis, delivering high-quality electrical training and helping to establish our new training facilities. You'll play an important role in developing learners' practical skills, technical knowledge and confidence to succeed in the electrical industry.

What you'll be doing

• Delivering engaging, high-quality electrical installation training to apprentices.
• Planning and delivering structured lessons aligned with qualification requirements and industry standards.
• Providing practical demonstrations and supporting learners to develop their skills in a workshop environment.
• Assessing learner progress and providing constructive feedback to support achievement.
• Adapting your delivery to meet different learning styles and individual needs.
• Maintaining accurate records of learner progress, attendance and assessment outcomes.
• Supporting the development of practical learning activities, assessment tasks and training resources.
• Contributing to the development and improvement of our new electrical training workshops and curriculum.
• Working collaboratively with the Smart Energy team to ensure learners receive a positive, supportive and industry-relevant training experience.

What we're looking for

• Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification or Advanced Craft Certificate.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Relevant teaching and assessing qualifications.
• Strong practical knowledge of electrical installation and current industry standards.
• Experience delivering electrical training, ideally within apprenticeships or further education.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to engage and motivate learners.
• A patient, supportive and learner-focused approach.
• The ability to work flexibly and deliver training on a freelance basis.

Freelance Opportunity

• Competitive freelance day rate, dependent on experience and qualifications, up to £250 per day.
• Flexible working arrangements, agreed around training requirements and availability.
• Opportunity to contribute to the launch and development of a new Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship programme.
• Access to modern, well-equipped training facilities.
• The chance to make a real difference to the development of future electricians.

About Us

• Smart Energy Training deliver specialist training across gas, plumbing, electrical, renewable energy and smart technologies to help develop the skilled workforce of the future.
• We combine industry expertise with a passion for developing people through high-quality training, apprenticeships and workforce development programmes.
• Our mission is simple: to deliver outstanding training that equips learners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.
• We promote the wellbeing of our learners and employees and are fully committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and fulfilling our Prevent Duty obligations.
• All successful applicants will undergo a DBS and online search check at offer stage. Proof of qualifications and Right to Work in the UK is required.
• Smart Energy Training is proud to be part of Realise Training Group, which has been delivering exceptional training for over 35 years. Together, we support thousands of learners every year across the UK and are proud to be part of the AQA charity group.