Technical Coach in Engineering

Hull College; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Christmas closure

Generous pension

Flexible working opportunities

Job summary

Hull College is seeking a Technical Coach in Engineering to deliver academic and practical training, supporting learners across workshops and classrooms. You will develop skills, monitor progress and contribute to health and safety in the learning environment, while shaping curriculum delivery with curriculum leaders and staff.

The role requires preparing resources, guiding student projects and providing high-quality learning experiences to enhance employability and technical competence within

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting learners in classroom and workshop settings.
• Ability to prepare training resources and manage equipment for practical sessions.
• Proven ability to monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Prepare training materials, equipment and resources for student activities including a rich tutorial programme.
• Deliver high quality learning experiences to develop technical and academic skills.
• Supervise groups of students and deliver training to improve technical capabilities and knowledge.
• Ensure health and safety in practical learning environments and report findings as required.
• Contribute to onboarding activities such as interviews, taster sessions and open events.

Skills

Student support

Workshop teaching

Curriculum development

Education

Level 2 Maths & English

Level 2 in a relevant subject

First aid at work or willing to obtain

Level 3 teaching qualification (e.g. PTLLS)

Job description

Technical Coach in Engineering

Hull | 37 hours per week | Fixed term unil 31st July 2027

£26,661 per annum

31 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure

About the Role

As our Technical Coach in Engineering, you will provide academic and or technical training to students to support achievement within the technical qualification of their programme. Through classroom and or workshop training you will aim to develop, improve and consolidate learning.

The post holder will support the achievement of students through the development of practical and academic skills to include support for student learning activities in workshops, one to one and classrooms situations. You will provide teaching support on projects and assignments set by teachers, monitor and support students on work experience and provide high quality resource management including specialist equipment.

Why Join Hull College?

At Hull College, we are committed to delivering exceptional education and training that transforms lives. As a Technical Coach in Engineering, you will join a values-driven organisation where quality, collaboration and continuous improvement sit at the heart of everything we do.

You will play a vital role in shaping outstanding teaching, learning and assessment across the College, supporting staff to be the very best they can be and ensuring our learners receive an exceptional experience.

Competitive Rewards & Work-Life Balance

• 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days
• Generous pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities, where appropriate

Professional Growth & Development

• Strong commitment to CPD, training and leadership development
• Opportunities to shape new curriculum provision and influence strategic direction
• Access to professional memberships, industry networks and specialist development

Wellbeing & Support

• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A supportive, collaborative leadership culture
• On-site wellbeing, pastoral and inclusion support teams

Staff Benefits & Perks

• Free on-site parking
• On-site facilities including café and restaurant
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Staff discounts via our internal benefits platform

Make a Real Impact

As Technical Coach in Engineering, you will work closely with curriculum leaders, teachers and senior leaders to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment. You will support, challenge and coach staff, ensuring high expectations are embedded and that quality processes deliver meaningful impact for learners.

You will:

• Work effectively together with other staff and cross-college colleagues as one team, respect and value each other to deliver outstanding services to students
• Prepare training materials, equipment and resources for student activities which you are responsible for including a rich tutorial programme
• Deliver high quality learning experiences which enable students to develop in their learning.
• Deliver training to improve the technical and or academic skills of students
• Supervise and provide instruction to groups of students to develop their skills and knowledge in relation to the qualification
• Assess learning and measure student progress through a range of assessment methods.
• Supervise and facilitate employability and enrichment activities for students
• Ensure that practical learning environments, equipment, machines and plant comply with health and safety requirements, identifying necessary actions and reporting through line management
• Maintain individual student records to capture progress, including maintaining records of student attendance and initial assessment
• Contribute to the onboarding of students such as interviewing, taster sessions and attend open events as required
• Act always as ambassador for the college through a professional approach to internal and external customers
• Actively comply and contribute to the College's policies and procedures, particularly in relation to Health and Safety, Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities and Data Protection

About You

You will be an experienced and credible education professional with:

• Level 2 qualification in Maths and English
• Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject
• First aid at work or willing to work towards
• Hold or be willing to work towards a relevant Level 3 teaching qualification e.g., PTLLS

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about Technical Coach in Engineering, people development and delivering outstanding learning experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Interviews for this post will be held on Friday 16th October 2026

Hull College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to contribute to the delivery of our safeguarding strategy and values.

This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and is subject to regulated activity.

Please note: This vacancy may close early depending on the volume of applications received. Early application is advised.