Technician Trainer - Engineering (Machining)

University Centre Peterborough; Peterborough; Remoto; GBP 25.000 - 27.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

43 days annual leave (incl Bank/Hol)

LGPS pension

On-site parking

Employee assistance program

Professional development opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Inspire Education Group in Peterborough invites applications for a Technician Trainer - Engineering (Machining). The role supports practical engineering sessions in the workshop, mentoring students, and helping maintain equipment, with a focus on CNC and lathe techniques.

You will work alongside lecturers to create a safe, well-organised learning environment, balance hands-on teaching with assessments, and contribute to ongoing professional development in a college setting.

Competenze

• Experience in engineering or construction environment.
• Knowledge of workshop equipment and safe practices.
• Good organisational and safety-conscious approach to work.
• Ability to support and encourage young people.
• Level 2 English and Maths.

Mansioni

• Support lecturers with practical engineering sessions and workshop activities.
• Coach and guide students as they develop their skills.
• Supervise students during practical work and assessments.
• Help maintain equipment, tools and workshop resources.

Conoscenze

Practical engineering experience

Machining (lathe CNC)

People skills

Safety-conscious

Formazione

Level 2 English and Maths

Strumenti

Workshop equipment knowledge

Descrizione del lavoro

# Technician Trainer - Engineering (Machining)Employer: Inspire Education GroupLocation: Peterborough, CambridgeshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: £24,686 per annum + £2,000 MRAPosted: 4th November 2026Expires: 22nd November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1582536Job Reference: REQ000768* Share :* Print**We are looking for a practical and enthusiastic Technician Trainer to support our Engineering students.****If you have machining expertise, particularly CNC (computer numerical control) and lathe, we want to hear from you!**This is a great opportunity for someone with engineering experience who enjoys working with people and wants to help the next generation develop their skills. The role could suit someone at the start of their career looking to gain experience in education, or someone with industry experience who would enjoy sharing their knowledge in a supportive college environment.About the roleWorking alongside our Engineering lecturers, you will help support practical learning in the workshop and guide students as they develop their technical skills. You’ll play an important role in creating a safe, organised and engaging learning environment.Your role will include:* Supporting lecturers with practical engineering sessions and workshop activities* Coaching and guiding students as they develop their skills* Supervising students during practical work and assessments* Helping maintain equipment, tools and workshop resources* Ensuring the workshop remains safe, clean and well organised* Supporting students in the use of specialist equipment* Assisting with stock control and maintaining workshop resourcesAbout youWe’re looking for someone with practical engineering experience who enjoys working with others and takes pride in maintaining a well-run workshop.You might be:* A newly qualified engineer looking to build experience in education* Someone with industry experience who would enjoy passing on their skills, particularly machining (lathe and CNC)* Someone looking for a role with a good work–life balance while still staying connected to the industryIdeally you will have:* Experience within an engineering or construction environment* Good practical skills and knowledge of workshop equipment* An organised and safety-conscious approach to work* The ability to support and encourage young people* Level 2 qualifications in English and MathsWhy work for IEG?* Generous Leave: 43 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part-time staff)* Competitive Pension: Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including death-in-service benefits* Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere* Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications* Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discountsIEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.### AttachmentsWhy Work for IEGJD Technician Trainer - Engineering Nov2026### Safeguarding Statement:IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.