Mechanical Engineering Teacher/Assessor

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Tutor/Assessors to shape the future of Mechanical Engineering through high-quality education. This permanent full-time role involves delivering engaging classroom learning and conducting workplace assessments, ensuring apprentices receive the best support for their development. With a focus on industry relevance and learner continuity, this position offers an exciting opportunity to engage with motivated learners and a committed employer. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to fostering the next generation of engineers.

Benefits

44 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years' industry experience in Mechanical Engineering.
• Recognised teaching and assessing qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom-based learning 2 days per week.
• Conduct workplace assessments 2 days per week.
• Allocate 1 day for preparation and meetings.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Teaching

Assessment

Communication

Health & Safety

Education

Teaching Qualification (PGCE, CertEd)

Assessing Qualification (TAQA, A1)

Tools

CAD/CAM

CNC Milling & Turning

6 Axis Robotics

Job description

Job Title: Tutor / Assessor - Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeships Level 3)

Salary: Up to £37,500 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Location: Yorkshire

Are you passionate about shaping the future of Mechanical Engineering through high-quality education and mentorship? We are looking for two experienced and enthusiastic Tutor/Assessors to deliver and assess Level 3 Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeships.

This is a permanent full-time position, not suitable for temporary or contract-based candidates, due to the critical importance of employer engagement and learner continuity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching: Deliver engaging classroom-based learning 2 days per week, covering a range of Mechanical Engineering topics tailored to apprentice needs.
2. Assessment: Conduct workplace assessments 2 days per week, supporting learners' progress and ensuring alignment with apprenticeship standards.
3. Administration & Planning: 1 day per week is allocated for preparation, paperwork, meetings, and continuous professional development.
4. Maintain regular and productive communication with employers to support apprentices' development and ensure curriculum relevance.

A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, or equivalent) and an assessing qualification (e.g., TAQA, A1, D32/33) are required; support will be provided to the right candidate to gain this qualification.

Applicants should be apprentice-trained with a minimum of 6 years' industry experience in Mechanical Engineering.

Desirable Technical Teaching Experience (not all required, but any combination is advantageous)

• Conventional Turning & Milling
• Hand Fitting
• Basic CNC Milling & Turning
• CAD / CAM (including 3D Printing)
• 6 Axis Robotics
• Mechanical & Electrical Principles
• Health & Safety, Communication, and Efficiency in Engineering

What We Offer

• Salary up to £37,500
• 44 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Engagement with motivated learners and a committed employer.

Dovetail and Slate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, applicants, and clients are expected to share this commitment.

This role may involve work with under 18s or vulnerable adults. Appointment is subject to vetting, screening checks, and a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

Dovetail and Slate Ltd acts as an Employment Agency (perm) and an Employment Business (temp/contract).

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.