Mechanical Workshop Tutor

Make UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid leave for volunteering opportunities

Job summary

Make UK is seeking an experienced Mechanical Workshop Tutor in Birmingham for a permanent, full-time role. This position involves delivering high-quality practical training to engineering apprentices and supporting their development in core mechanical engineering skills.

The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background and a passion for nurturing future talent. Responsibilities include teaching workshop skills, assessing apprentices, and ensuring a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Significant recent experience in an engineering or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to motivate and inspire learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical training in mechanical engineering to apprentices.
• Assess apprentice competence and provide constructive feedback.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Teaching and workshop skills

Time-served apprenticeship

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of industry standards

Education

City & Guilds Part 3 or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 or above

Teaching qualification at Level 3 or above

Job description

Mechanical Workshop Tutor
Birmingham
Permanent, full time
Competitive salaries and excellent benefits including up to one day’s paid leave each year to undertake volunteering opportunities

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Mechanical Workshop Tutor to deliver high-quality practical training to engineering apprentices and support them in developing the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required for successful careers in industry.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineering professional who is passionate about developing future talent and making a positive impact within the manufacturing sector.

The Role

As a Mechanical Workshop Tutor, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and effective practical training within a workshop environment. You will support apprentices from a range of engineering disciplines, ensuring they develop competence in core mechanical engineering principles and workshop practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical mechanical engineering training to apprentices at various stages of their programmes.
• Teach and demonstrate workshop skills in topics such as hand fitting, machining, measurement, assembly, maintenance, and engineering best practices.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
• Assess apprentice competence and provide constructive feedback to support progression.
• Monitor learner performance and maintain accurate records of attendance, progress, and achievement.
• Work collaboratively with curriculum teams, employers, and apprenticeship coaches to support learner success.
• Ensure all training complies with health and safety requirements and awarding body standards.
• Support apprentices in developing workplace behaviours, problem-solving abilities, and professional standards.

Requirements

• Time-served apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline.
• City & Guilds Part 3, Technical Certificate, National Certificate, or equivalent engineering qualification.
• NVQ Level 3 or above in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Teaching qualification at Level 3 or above (or willingness to work towards one).
• Recent industrial experience within engineering, manufacturing or maintenance environments.
• Strong understanding of current industry practices, standards and engineering best practice.
• Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills.
• Ability to motivate, inspire and gain the respect of apprentices and adult learners.
• Commitment to safeguarding, learner welfare, quality improvement and professional development.

Safeguarding Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is therefore a mandatory requirement that the successful candidate agrees to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Individuals barred from working in this sector are reminded it is a criminal offence to submit an application.