Motor Vehicle & HGV Lecturer

Dovetail & Slate; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate Ltd in the North West seeks a Motor Vehicle & HGV Lecturer to deliver practical and theory-based teaching, combining hands-on workshop practice with classroom theory to help learners develop the technical skills and underpinning knowledge needed for progression into the automotive and transport industries.

You'll assess learner progress, provide constructive feedback, and adapt your teaching to learners at different levels, with a September 2026 start and mentoring support for

Qualifications

• Significant industry experience in motor vehicle and/or HGV maintenance and repair.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage learners of varying abilities.
• Desirable teaching qualifications or experience are noted but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering practical and theory-based lessons in motor vehicle and HGV maintenance and repair.
• Demonstrating industry-standard techniques and safe working practices in a workshop setting.
• Assessing learner work and providing feedback to support progression.
• Preparing learners for practical assessments and industry-recognised qualifications.
• Maintaining accurate records of learner attendance, progress and achievement.

Skills

Industry experience

Strong communication

Teaching adaptability

Education

Technical qualification in motor vehicle/HGV

Teaching qualification (PGCE/DET/PTLLS)

Job description

Motor Vehicle/ HGV Lecturer

Permanent

Location: the North West

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum

Are you an experienced motor vehicle or HGV professional looking to share your expertise with the next generation of technicians?

About the Role

As a Motor Vehicle & HGV Lecturer, you'll deliver engaging, practical teaching that helps learners build the technical skills and underpinning knowledge they need to progress into the automotive and transport industries. You'll plan and prepare lessons that combine hands‑on workshop practice with classroom theory, creating a learning environment where students can develop both competence and confidence.

Working with a further education provider in the North West, you'll assess learner progress, provide constructive feedback and adapt your teaching to suit learners at different levels and stages of their training.

If you come from industry rather than a teaching background, that's welcome here. You'll be supported to develop your classroom practice through mentoring and ongoing professional development, with a start date of September 2026.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning and delivering practical and theory-based lessons in motor vehicle and HGV maintenance and repair.

• Demonstrating industry-standard techniques and safe working practices in a workshop setting.

• Assessing learner work and providing feedback that supports progression.

• Preparing learners for practical assessments and industry-recognised qualifications.

• Maintaining accurate records of learner attendance, progress and achievement.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Significant industry experience in motor vehicle and/or HGV maintenance and repair

• A relevant technical qualification in motor vehicle or HGV engineering

• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage learners of varying abilities

Desirable (but not essential):

• A teaching qualification (such as a PGCE, DET or PTLLS)

• Previous experience teaching or mentoring in a workshop or training environment

• A full driving licence, with HGV licence an advantage

Drive the Next Generation Forward

Important Notice

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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Because education matters.

Dovetail and Slate Limited.

Dovetail and Slate Limited.

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