Lecturer - Automotive (Vehicle Body & Refinishing) 13101

Educators; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale College in Cardiff is seeking a passionate Lecturer in Vehicle Body & Refinishing to join our Automotive team. You will deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across our Vehicle Body and Refinishing programmes.

You will hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair or Paint Refinishing and have recent industry experience, alongside teaching experience. A teaching qualification and Welsh language skills would be advantageous.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair or Paint Refinishing.
• Recent industry experience and teaching experience.
• A teaching qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical and theory-based sessions.
• Support learner achievement and progression.
• Undertake assessment activities.
• Contribute to development of automotive provision.
• Collaborate with learners, colleagues and industry partners.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair or Paint Refinishing

Job description

Lecturer - Automotive (Vehicle Body & Refinishing) 13101

Salary: £26,389 - £51,934 per annum - dependent on qualifications and experience.

Cardiff and Vale College is looking for a passionate and industry-experienced Lecturer in Vehicle Body & Refinishing to join our Automotive team. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire and develop the next generation of automotive professionals, delivering high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across our Vehicle Body and Refinishing programmes.

What You'll Do

You will deliver engaging practical and theory-based sessions, support learner achievement and progression, undertake assessment activities, and contribute to the continued development of our automotive provision. You will also work closely with learners, colleagues and industry partners to ensure an outstanding learning experience.

About You

You will hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair or Paint Refinishing and have recent industry experience, alongside teaching experience and a commitment to helping learners succeed. A teaching qualification, work-based learning experience and Welsh language skills would be advantageous.

Why Join Us

As one of the largest colleges in the UK, Cardiff and Vale College offers excellent professional development opportunities, generous annual leave, a competitive pension scheme and a wide range of staff benefits, while giving you the opportunity to make a real difference to learners' lives.

Additional Information

Closing date for completed applications is 19th November 2026 at 11:59pm.

To find out more about Cardiff and Vale College, visit www.cavc.ac.uk.

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We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the learners and communities we serve. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to the recruitment, development and retention of disabled people, ensuring an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.