Motor Vehicle Technician

Mid Kent College; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mid Kent College seeks a Motor Vehicle Technician to provide technical support for practical teaching at Maidstone Campus. You will supervise students during sessions, maintain safe workshop environments and manage materials, tools and specialist resources to ensure high-quality provision.

The role is 22 hours per week, 52 weeks per year, reporting to Scott Clark, with the department of Apprenticeships and a permanent part-time contract.

Responsibilities

• 1) Support and supervise students during practical sessions, workshops, demonstrations, assessments and other curriculum activities.
• 2) Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping within workshop, classroom and practical learning environments.
• 3) Ensure safe handling, storage, maintenance and disposal of materials, chemicals, tools and equipment.
• 4) Prepare and maintain equipment and resources for practical teaching, including stock monitoring and inventories.
• 5) Provide technical advice and support on equipment, materials and procedures.
• 6) Work with curriculum staff to support delivery, assessment and standardisation of programmes.
• 7) Support training programmes, apprenticeships and employer engagement on and off site.
• 8) Undertake training to maintain up-to-date technical knowledge and safety competency.
• 9) Contribute to day-to-day operations by keeping spaces organised and ready for audits.

Job description

Motor Vehicle Technician

Application Deadline: 22 October 2026

Department: Apprenticeships

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Maidstone Campus

Reporting To: Scott Clark

Compensation: £25,878 - £29,729 / year

Description

To provide technical support for the effective delivery of practical teaching, learning and assessment activities within the department. This includes supporting and supervising students during practical sessions, maintaining safe and compliant workshop and learning environments, and ensuring the effective management, preparation, maintenance, and safe use of materials, tools, equipment, and specialist resources. The role contributes to the delivery of high-quality practical provision in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation, policies, and best practice standards.

This role is 22 hours per week 52 weeks per year

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

• 1. Support and supervise students during practical sessions, workshops, demonstrations, assessments, and other curriculum activities, monitoring attendance, engagement and progress where required.


• 2. Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping within workshop, classroom and practical learning environments, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies and safe working practices. This may include providing first aid support where appropriate.


• 3. Take responsibility for the safe handling, storage, maintenance and disposal of materials, chemicals, tools, equipment, and specialist resources in accordance with COSHH regulations and other relevant health and safety requirements.


• 4. Prepare and maintain equipment, tools, materials and resources required for practical teaching sessions, including stock monitoring, ordering, receiving deliveries, and maintaining accurate inventory records.


• 5. Provide technical advice and support to staff and students on the use of equipment, materials, systems, and relevant procedures to support effective teaching, learning and assessment activities.


• 6. Work collaboratively with curriculum staff to support the delivery, assessment and standardisation of programmes, qualifications and practical activities.


• 7. Support the delivery of training programmes, enrichment activities, apprenticeships, employer engagement and other departmental initiatives both on and off site as required.


• 8. Undertake relevant training and continuous professional development to maintain up-to-date technical knowledge, industry standards and competency requirements relevant to the role.


• 9. Contribute to the effective day-to-day operation of the department by maintaining organised workspaces, supporting audits and inspections, and ensuring resources and facilities are fit for purpose.

In addition all post holders will be required to be trained to act as Fire Marshals and First Aiders.

Application Requirements

To ensure compliance with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must complete the application form in full. This includes providing:

• A full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.


• Information on all relevant education and qualifications.

Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Your co-operation helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and care for children and young people.