Motor Vehicle Course Leader (Tutor), Part Time

Burton and South Derbyshire College; Monks Kirby CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education institution in the UK is seeking a part-time Motor Vehicle Course Leader to join its successful team. The role involves planning, delivering, and assessing learners on motor vehicle programs at various levels. Candidates should have a strong knowledge and experience of motor vehicle systems, with teaching experience being a plus. The position offers flexible working hours and a range of generous benefits, ensuring a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Generous pension schemes

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Access to on-site gym

Staff discounts at local businesses

Flexible working policies

Employee of the Month scheme

Qualifications

• Working knowledge and industry experience of motor vehicle systems and technical maintenance up to Level 3.
• Experience in a teaching role is desirable, but not mandatory.
• Qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess learner instruction across Level 1, 2 & 3 motor vehicle programmes.
• Develop engaging learning environments that foster personal and professional growth.
• Collaborate with the Curriculum Team Leader and other Course Leaders for seamless programme delivery.

Skills

Knowledge of motor vehicle systems

Teaching skills

Education

Level 2 English and Maths (willing to achieve)

Job description

Motor Vehicle Course Leader (Tutor)

Part time (flexible options available) up to 22.5 hours per week – £30,624 – £36,590 per annum (full time salary, pro‑rated for part time). Location: Burton upon Trent, Town Centre Campus.

About the role

Burton and South Derbyshire College are looking for a Motor Vehicle Course Leader to join our successful Motor Vehicle Team. You will plan, deliver and assess learners on full‑time study programmes. Delivery can be tailored to match the successful applicant’s skill‑set, as the department currently offers programmes in Level 1, 2 & 3. You will provide an engaging learning environment, developing personal and professional skills, and helping create the workforce of the future. You will support the teaching team, liaising closely with the Curriculum Team Leader, Course Leaders and Technician.

Core responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess learner instruction across Level 1, 2 & 3 motor vehicle programmes.
• Develop engaging learning environments that foster personal and professional growth.
• Collaborate with the Curriculum Team Leader, Course Leaders, and Technician to ensure seamless programme delivery.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the learner’s needs and skill level.

Qualifications and experience

• Working knowledge and industry experience of motor vehicle systems and technical maintenance up to Level 3.
• Experience in a teaching role is desirable, but not mandatory – previous industry experience with a progressive step into teaching is welcomed.
• Qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths – evidence of qualifications required.

Hours & contract

Flexible working hours to be discussed at interview, with an agreement made on employment. There is potential to increase contract hours before September 2026 due to continued growth in the area.

Benefits

• Generous pension schemes for academic and support staff.
• Generous holiday plans.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible working policies.
• Competitive maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Excellent staff training programme, including two staff development days per year.
• On‑site nursery with Good Ofsted rating.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Free annual eye tests.
• Access to our on‑site gym.
• Staff discounts at The Mulberry, Mulberry Bistro and Innovations Hair and Beauty salon.
• Employee of the Month scheme.
• Discounted health cash plan.
• BHN Extras discount scheme.

Apply

If you feel you have the skills, motivation and understanding for this role, we would love to hear from you. Applicants should be qualified to, or willing to work towards, Level 2 English and Maths – evidence of qualifications is required.

For the full job advert and further information, please contact [e-mail] or visit www.bsdc.ac.uk/work-for-us/vacancies.

Why join us?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding College. We value our employees and offer a diverse range of benefits. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture and welcome applications from all candidates, including under‑represented groups in respect of age, disability, sex, gender or gender identity, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation and more.