Technician Trainer in Motor Vehicle

Inspire Education Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Technician Trainer at Peterborough College to oversee workshops, coach students, and ensure materials are available. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 qualification in the relevant area, strong communication skills, and the ability to guide learners of varying abilities. This permanent position offers competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

30 days of annual leave

Access to Teachers' Pension Scheme

Free on-site parking

Ongoing training and development

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Strong sense of responsibility and ability to act as a role model.
• Able to work flexibly and prioritize tasks.
• Willingness to achieve Level 2 equivalent qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach students in the workshops.
• Ensure tools and materials are readily available.
• Provide guidance to learners of mixed abilities.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to support mixed abilities

Education

Level 2 qualification in relevant subject area

Level 3 award in Education + Training/PTLLS or equivalent

Minimum Level 2 in literacy and numeracy

Health and Safety or technical training qualification

Job description

Overview

Salary Point 16, £24,430 plus Market Rate Allowance of £2,000 per annum

Hours 37 hours per week, all year round

Contract Permanent

Location Peterborough College

We are seeking to recruit a Technician Trainer to join our Motor Vehicle team at Peterborough College. Working closely with the team, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of workshops ensuring that there are tools and materials readily available for all learners. This is a hands-on role, supervising and coaching students whilst assisting the tutors. If you have a real flair for passing your knowledge onto others, a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to act as a role model, this could be just the job for you.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coach students in the workshops and assist tutors as required.
• Ensure tools and materials are readily available and the workshop is maintained to an appropriate standard.
• Be a role model and provide guidance to learners of mixed abilities; support flexible prioritisation of tasks.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in the relevant subject area.
• Minimum Level 2 in literacy and numeracy (GCSE English Language and Maths grade C/4 or above).
• Level 3 award in Education + Training/PTLLS or equivalent (or willing to work towards this).
• Health and Safety or a technical training qualification (or willing to achieve Level 2 equivalent qualifications).

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work and support young people of mixed abilities; able to work flexibly and prioritise tasks by importance.

Benefits

• Competitive Leave: 30 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, plus additional paid time off during festive season.
• Financial Security: Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Supportive Environment: Free on-site parking, gym, and access to employee assistance programme.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Safeguarding

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 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 provide information about which convictions must be declared during job applications.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.

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