Group Training Instructor

Ipeco Holdings Limited; Rochford, West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Enhanced holiday

Life Assurance

Flexitime

Early finish on Fridays

Sports and Social Club

Free car parking

Free gym access

Onsite café

Job summary

Ipeco Holdings Limited is seeking an experienced role to design, develop and deliver structured development programmes and apprenticeships across the group, with travel to other UK sites.

You will assess learner progress, coordinate training activity, and collaborate with Supervisors, line managers and HR to drive quality and impact. The role requires strong organisational and communication skills and a practical, hands-on approach to learning.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Mechanical Engineering qualification at level 3 or higher.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or production.
• Experience coaching, mentoring and supporting learners.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop structured development programmes and apprenticeships.
• Coordinate and schedule training activities in line with requirements.
• Deliver and support programmes focusing on practical skills and learner progression.
• Assess learner progress and programme outcomes.
• Maintain training records and documentation.
• Collaborate with Supervisors and HR to support learner development.
• Support quality assurance activities in development and assessment.
• Promote company programmes at recruitment events.

Skills

Coaching & mentoring

Strong communication

Organisational skills

IT literacy

Independence & teamwork

Time management

Customer service

Planning & development

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification (level 3+)

GCSE English & Maths (C/4 or above)

Tools

CAD software proficiency

Microsoft Office

Job description

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

To design, develop, deliver and assess development programmes and apprenticeships that support the development of skills, competence and future talent across the Group. The role will also support wider training and development activity across the Group where required and will involve travel to other UK sites.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Design and develop structured development programmes and apprenticeships to meet Group needs.
• Prepare, coordinate and schedule structured development programmes, apprenticeships and associated training activity in line with Group requirements, standards and timescales.
• Deliver and support structured development programmes and apprenticeships, with a focus on practical skills development, technical competence and learner progression.
• Assess learner progress, competence and programme outcomes, ensuring delivery is aligned to recognised standards and Group requirements.
• Review and monitor learner progress, performance, attendance and timekeeping against agreed development objectives and programme requirements, providing day-to-day guidance, coaching and support, and, where applicable, addressing employee relations matters in close liaison with the Training Manager and HR function.
• Manage structured development programmes, apprenticeships and associated training activity, including administration, record-keeping and programme documentation.
• Collaborate with Supervisors / line Managers to support learner development and identify training needs, providing feedback and recommendations based on programme delivery and learner progress.
• Support quality assurance activities associated with the development, delivery and assessment of structured development programmes, apprenticeships and qualifications where applicable,
• Support the promotion of the Company and its programmes, including recruitment events, school and college engagement, open evenings, awards events and related promotional activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the Training function, identifying opportunities to enhance programme quality, learner experience and operational effectiveness.
• Abide by specific internally established control systems and authorities, lead by personal example and encourage all employees to conduct their activities in accordance with all applicable laws and the Companys Standards, Policies and Procedures (including Environmental, Health and Safety).
• Carry out any other tasks where reasonable and relevant when required.

This is not an exhaustive list.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade C / level 4 or above.
• Qualification in Mechanical Engineering (or similar discipline) at level 3 or above.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, engineering or production environment.
• Experience of coaching, mentoring and supporting learners, apprentices or employees.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and support a range of learners.
• Strong organisation and administrative skills, with the ability to maintain accurate training records and programme documentation.
• IT literate (including Microsoft Office applications).
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel to other UK sites as required.
• Team Player.
• Strong Work Can-do Ethic.
• Exceptional at building relationships.
• Excellent Customer Service skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Exceptional Planning and Organisation skills.
• High awareness of Productivity and Quality.
• Excellent Communication skills.
• Flexibility.
• Takes Responsibility for actions.
• Learn, Apply and Improve.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Qualification in Education and Training (or equivalent).
• Qualification in Assessing Vocational Achievement (or equivalent).
• Experience of designing, developing, coordinating, delivering and assessing structured development programmes and / or apprenticeships.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Understanding and application of CAD software.
• Ability to work with metric and imperial measurements.

COMPANY BENEFITS:

• Health Care Cash Plan*
• Employee Assistance Programme*
• Contributory Pension Scheme for eligible employees (6% increasing to 7%)
• Enhanced holiday (24 days holiday in addition to UK bank and public holidays)
• Life Assurance
• Company Sick Pay Scheme*
• Flexitime
• Early finish on Fridays
• Sports and Social Club
• Free car parking
• Free access to a local gym**
• Onsite café**

(*Available after 1 year of service)

(** Based in Rochford / Southend on Sea)

Due to the anticipated high number of applications to be received, unfortunately we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates. If you have not had a response from us within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The organisation treats personal data collected during the recruitment process in accordance with its Data Protection Policy. Information about how your data is used and the basis for processing your data is provided in the organisations Job Applicant Privacy Notice, which is located on our company website.

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