Mechanic Trainer

Trigon Recruitment Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency seeks a Mechanic Trainer to deliver high-quality vocational training in a prison setting. This role involves developing practical skills and knowledge in motor mechanics to support learners' goals and reduce re-offending. Candidates should have a Level 2 qualification in Motor Mechanics, substantial vocational experience, and skills in diverse teaching methods. The position requires full site presence and a passion for vocational education.

Qualifications

• Substantial vocational experience in Motor Mechanics.
• Experience delivering vocational training.
• Understanding of safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety, and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Motor Mechanics training up to Level 2.
• Identify individual learner needs and create personalised learning plans.
• Prepare, deliver, and review comprehensive lesson plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Facilitation Skills

Diverse Teaching Methods

Education

Level 2 vocational qualification in Motor Mechanics

Job description

Job Title: Mechanic Trainer

Location: HMP Highpoint

Salary: From 30,000

Contract: Fixed Term (6 months) Prison-based role requiring full site presence and face-to-face learner engagement.

Role Overview

We are recruiting a skilled Motor Mechanics Tutor to deliver high-quality vocational training within a prison setting. You will work with small groups of learners to develop practical skills, knowledge, and behaviours that support their long-term goals and reduce re-offending.

This role involves creating tailored training plans, delivering engaging lessons, and providing guidance to help learners overcome barriers and achieve qualifications. It requires flexibility, resilience, and a passion for vocational education.

Key Responsibilities

Learner Support & Vocational Delivery

• Deliver Motor Mechanics training up to Level 2.
• Identify individual learner needs and create personalised learning plans linked to employment goals.
• Prepare, deliver, and review comprehensive lesson plans addressing vocational skills and employability.
• Engage and motivate learners to increase retention and progression.
• Provide constructive feedback and adapt curriculum content based on learner feedback.

Programme Administration & Compliance

• Complete all required documentation (registers, enrolment forms, ILPs, reviews, awarding body paperwork) in line with contractual deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection standards.
• Meet contractual KPIs and performance targets.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work with colleagues to support learner progression towards qualifications and employment.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Criteria

• Level 2 vocational qualification in Motor Mechanics.
• Substantial vocational experience in Motor Mechanics.
• Experience delivering vocational training.
• Ability to use diverse teaching methods to engage learners.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding, equal opportunities, health and safety, and data protection.

Desirable Criteria

• Teaching or assessing qualification (or willingness to work towards).
• Experience developing curriculum and delivering roll-on, roll-off programmes.
• Empathy and experience working with disadvantaged groups or in secure environments.
• Knowledge of OFSTED Education Inspection Framework (EIF).