Motor Vehicle Lecturer

Dovetail and Slate; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health and fitness facilities access

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate Ltd in the Preston area is seeking two enthusiastic and innovative Lecturers in Motor Vehicle studies to inspire the next generation of automotive specialists.

You will deliver engaging practical and theoretical teaching across Level 1 to Level 3 vocational programmes, in industry-standard workshops equipped with modern diagnostic tools, including hybrid and electric vehicles.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle (or recognized equivalent automotive qualification).
• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and preparing students for apprenticeships, higher-level study, or industry employment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical and theoretical teaching across Level 1 to Level 3 vocational programmes.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment in industry-standard workshops with modern diagnostic tools and emerging technologies, including hybrid and electric vehicles.

Skills

Teaching & mentoring

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle

Job description

Job Title

Motor Vehicle Lecturer

Contract

Permanent, Full-Time

Salary

£32,494 - £43,674 per annum

Location

Preston area

Mandatory Requirement

NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle (or equivalent automotive trade qualification)

About the Role

The School of Science, Engineering and Automotive Technologies in the Preston area is seeking two enthusiastic and innovative Lecturers in Motor Vehicle studies. We are looking for professionals passionate about technical education and committed to inspiring the next generation of automotive specialists.

The successful candidates will deliver engaging practical and theoretical teaching across Level 1 to Level 3 vocational programmes. You will foster an inclusive learning environment in industry-standard workshops equipped with modern diagnostic tools and emerging technologies, including hybrid and electric vehicles.

Key Requirements

• Mandatory Qualification: NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle (or recognized equivalent automotive qualification).
• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and preparing students for apprenticeships, higher-level study, or industry employment.

What We Offer

• Development: Supported CPD, staff development days, and funding/support to gain teaching qualifications.
• Benefits: Teachers' Pension Scheme, generous annual leave entitlement, annual cost of living increases, and career progression routes.
• Perks: Free on-site parking, Cycle to Work Scheme, access to health and fitness facilities, and family-friendly policies (flexible working options available).

Important Dates & Application Info

Closing Date: Thursday 10 September 2026

Interview Date: Friday 18 September 2026

The successful candidates will be required to undertake an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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.

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