Lecturer in Automotive - Body and Paint

The Methodist Church in Britain; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development days

Cycle to work scheme

Pension contributions 23.68% (teaching

Discounts on onsite services

Gym facilities or discounts

Job summary

Sandwell College seeks a lecturer in automotive body repair and/or paint refinishing. The role covers teaching current techniques, curriculum planning, and assessment within the Central Automotive Vehicle Body department in Sandwell.

Applicants should have strong body and paint industry experience and a Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification; a teaching qualification at Level 5 or willingness to work towards one is desirable and can affect salary bands.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Motor Vehicle.
• Experience strong in the body and paint industry.
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 teaching qualification (or equivalent).
• Genuine passion for the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Teach automotive body repair and/or paint refinishing using current industry practice.
• Create a positive, supportive learning environment and adapt teaching methods to individual needs.
• Provide constructive feedback to help students reach their potential.
• Contribute to curriculum planning with colleagues and develop learning resources.
• Contribute to student assessment and help improve teaching quality.

Skills

Pastoral understanding

Team player

Industry experience (body & paint)

Education

Level 3 Motor Vehicle

Teaching qualification (Level 5 or willingness to work towards)

Job description

This lecturer post sits in the Central Automotive Vehicle Body department at Sandwell College, teaching students preparing for careers in body repair and paint refinishing. The work covers teaching current repair and refinishing practice, alongside curriculum planning, learning resources and student assessment. Candidates need strong body and paint industry experience and a Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification, and the teaching qualification held decides which of two salary bands applies.

What the job involves

• Teach aspects of automotive body repair and/or paint refinishing using current industry practice, modern repair techniques, emerging technologies and manufacturer standards
• Create a positive, supportive learning environment and adapt teaching methods to individual learning needs
• Give constructive feedback to help students reach their full potential
• Contribute to curriculum planning with colleagues
• Develop learning resources
• Contribute to student assessment
• Help improve the quality of teaching and learning
• Make sure workshops reflect industry expectations, with emphasis on safe working, quality workmanship, equipment use and preparation for work

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Motor Vehicle

Experience

• Strong experience in the body and paint industry

Skills & knowledge

• Pastoral understanding and empathy when interacting with others
• Excellent team player

Other

• Genuine passion for the automotive industry

Nice to have

• Experience teaching automotive at Level 3
• Recognised teaching qualification at Level 5 or above, or willingness to work towards one
• Accepted teaching qualification for the qualified salary band, such as PGCE, Certificate in Education, DTTLS, DET or DiT for a vocational subject

What’s offered

• 35-50 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and extra time off at Christmas
• Employer pension contribution of 23.68% for teaching roles or 21.5% for non-teaching roles
• Development days, career pathways and talent schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on onsite services, high street brands, local transport and cross-country travel
• College gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms
• Confidential counselling, wellness platforms and a free flu vaccine
• Free will writing service and recognition awards and events