Lecturer in Motor Vehicle

Cheshire College South & West; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Pension scheme

Staff development

Wellbeing Day

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Cheshire College South & West invites applications for an inspirational Lecturer to join the Motor Vehicle department at the Crewe Campus. The role delivers Motor Vehicle Service and Repair courses, including PHEV/EV topics, with a 37-hour week and a permanent contract.

You will support aspirational teaching, learning and assessment, and maintain accurate learner progress records. Applications from NQTs and industry practitioners are welcomed with our lecturer development programme.

Qualifications

• Level 3+ in Motor Vehicle Service and Repair or equivalent.
• GCSEs at grade 4/5 (C) in English and Maths.
• PGCE or commitment to achieve one.
• Minimum 3 years industry experience; up-to-date occupational experience.
• Enhanced DBS check is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach a range of Motor Vehicle courses including PHEV, EV, MOT and A/C.
• Contribute to aspirational teaching, learning and assessment.
• Maintain accurate records of learners’ progress.

Skills

Teaching

Motor Vehicle Service

MOT Testing

Electrical Vehicle

Teaching Methods

Education

Level 3+ Motor Vehicle

GCSE English & Maths

PGCE or commitment

Industry experience

DBS check

Tools

None

Job description

Salary and Conditions

Salary: £28,997 - £43,748 (per annum)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 per week
Location: Crewe Campus

Role

We are looking for an inspirational Lecturer to take on an exciting new role within our Motor Vehicle department.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach on a range of Motor Vehicle Service, (PHEV, Electrical Vehicle, MOT Test, Air Conditioning - Desirable) and Repair courses;
• Contribute to aspirational teaching, learning and assessment; and
• Keep accurate records for learners’ progress in College.

Key Person Specification Requirements

• Level 3 or above (or equivalent) in a discipline related to Motor Vehicle Service and Repair;
• GCSE Grade C (4/5) in English and Maths;
• PGCE or commitment to work towards;
• Minimum 3 years industry experience;
• Up-to-date industry experience;
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment;
• Up-to-date occupational experience; and
• Enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) and from current industry practitioners who do not have a teaching qualification. Anyone joining the College will be part of a Lecturer Development Programme which provides staff with a range of support and training based on previous experience and individual need. The programme will offer a range of support and development opportunities, including inductions related to all College systems and processes, an assigned curriculum mentor and regular 1-2-1 support from the Quality team. Industry experts who do not currently hold a teaching qualification will be supported through our Introduction to Teaching at Cheshire College South & West 12-week programme.

Please note

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

Benefits

• Access to world-class facilities
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses in the areas below.
• Equality and Diversity
• Information, Advice and Guidance
• Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
• Principles of Customer Service
• Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 20% for LGPS)
• Up to 51 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, Christmas closure, and a dedicated Wellbeing Day
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff Awards

If you would like to discuss any aspects of the role, please contact the Recruitment team to arrange a discussion with the relevant department.

About Us

Cheshire College - South & West is the largest provider of post-16 education in the region, offering exciting opportunities to over 11,000 learners and 1,000 Apprentices, who all have access to world-class facilities as a result of a £160m investment in the latest technology and real working environments, at modern Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester.The College is in the process of implementing a £30m capital investment programme to ensure learners continue to have access to the best possible resources and environment.

Cheshire College is a dynamic, high quality and financially robust College, which provides learners with the skills, experience and qualifications that will prepare them for their future career or higher-level study, encouraging them to become confident individuals who will make valuable contributions to businesses and the local economy.

There is a fantastic atmosphere at our three Campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester, providing an environment to get involved in exciting activities and an opportunity for learners to make new friends.

The College is proud of its strong links with local Employers such as Bentley Motors, Vauxhall Motors, SP Energy Networks, Ecolab and Unilever to ensure learners have access to work placements and industry professionals as well as ensuring the curriculum offer remains current and relevant to local, regional and national needs.

Crewe Campus

Our impressive facilities are the perfect place for learners to meet new friends and be immersed in an environment that is ideal for learning. As well as our modern classrooms, the Crewe Campus boasts:

• A multi-purpose sports hall;
• Climbing wall;
• Fitness gym;
• TV and radio studios with specialist equipment;
• Mock aircraft cabin;
• Award-winning restaurant, The Academy;
• Hair, beauty and barbering salons;
• Professional Centre Stage theatre and engineering and construction workshops; and
• New Institute of Technology (Construction began 2024).

Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.