Plant Operator & Apprenticeship Coach

Pearson; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson TQ is seeking a Plant Operator and Mechanic Coach to support apprentices on the Military Engineering Construction Technician apprenticeship journey. You will coach, mentor, and guide learners, deliver workplace observations, progress reviews, and learner support to help them complete the programme and prepare for Gateway.

This is a home-based role with regular travel across Southern England. You will build relationships with apprentices and managers, use digital learning tools, maintain

Qualifications

• Strong practical experience operating plant equipment.
• Knowledge of construction operations and practices.
• Experience in training, coaching, mentoring, apprenticeship delivery, or workplace learning.
• Strong communication and IT skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Experience with plant equipment types listed in the role.

Responsibilities

• Coach, mentor, and support apprentices throughout their apprenticeship journey.
• Deliver workplace observations, progress reviews, and learner support activities.
• Help apprentices develop knowledge, skills, and behaviours required for programme completion.
• Provide constructive feedback and support learners to achieve their goals.
• Support apprentices in preparing evidence and progressing towards Gateway.
• Build relationships with apprentices, line managers, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Use e-portfolio systems and digital learning tools to support delivery.
• Maintain accurate learner records and documentation.
• Participate in standardisation activities, team meetings, and CPD.
• Travel to learner and military training locations as required.

Skills

Plant operation

Coaching/mentoring

Communication skills

IT skills

Full UK driving licence

Teamwork

Learning delivery

Education

Teaching or assessor qualification (desirable)

Tools

e-portfolio systems

digital learning tools

Job description

Pearson TQ is seeking a Plant Operator and Mechanic Coach to support apprentices on the Military Engineering Construction Technician apprenticeship journey. You will coach, mentor, and guide learners, deliver workplace observations, progress reviews, and learner support to help them complete the programme and prepare for Gateway.

This is a home-based role with regular travel across Southern England. You will build relationships with apprentices and managers, use digital learning tools, maintain