Trainer in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding)

Cheshire College South and West; Crewe; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Crewe is seeking a Trainer in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding). This role involves teaching various courses, promoting student welfare, and administrative responsibilities. Applicants should hold a degree in Engineering and have relevant industry experience. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered, including support for obtaining teaching qualifications and access to various benefits like annual leave and onsite facilities.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities

Equality and Diversity support

Financial support for teacher qualification

Up to 51 days of annual leave

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding).
• GCSE Grade C (4/5) in English and Maths.
• Knowledge and experience in MIG, TIG, MMA (Stick), and oxy-acetylene welding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Train on a range of courses in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding).
• Undertake tutorial support and associated administrative tasks.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons.

Skills

MIG welding techniques

TIG welding techniques

MMA (Stick) welding techniques

Oxy-acetylene welding techniques

Teaching experience

Professional development

Education

Degree in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding)

GCSE Grade C (4/5) in English and Maths

Job description

Trainer in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding) (EL826)

Salary: circa £43,748 (per annum)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week (including some evening classes up to 9pm)

Location: Crewe

We are seeking a Trainer in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding) to join our team at our Crewe Campus. This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative and inspiring Trainer to provide learners with an outstanding learning experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Train on a range of courses in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding)
• Undertake other duties including tutorial support and associated administrative tasks
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons in line with College policies

Person Specification / Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Fabrication & Welding)
• GCSE Grade C (4/5) in English and Maths
• Knowledge and experience in MIG, TIG, MMA (Stick) and oxy‑acetylene welding techniques
• Industry relevant experience in Fabrication & Welding
• Experience of teaching and assessing on a range of courses up to Level 3
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment
• Up‑to‑date occupational experience
• Enhanced DBS check

We welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) and from current industry practitioners who do not have a teaching qualification. Anyone joining the College will be part of a Teacher/Trainer Development Programme which provides staff with a range of support and training based on previous experience and individual need. The programme will offer a range of support and development opportunities, including inductions related to all College systems and processes, an assigned curriculum mentor and regular 1‑2‑1 support from the Quality team. Industry experts who do not currently hold a teaching qualification will be supported through our ‘Introduction to Teaching at Cheshire College South & West 12‑week programme.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

If you’re interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to [e-mail] by 9am on 6 January 2026. We do not consider applications submitted through recruitment agencies.

The selection process will take place on 15 January 2026.

Benefits3>

• Access to world‑class facilities
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education such as short online courses
• Equality and Diversity support
• Information, Advice and Guidance
• Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
• Principles of Customer Service
• Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS)
• Up to 51 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, Christmas closure, and a dedicated Wellbeing Day
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff Awards

Cheshire College is a dynamic, high quality and financially robust College, which provides learners with the skills, experience and qualifications necessary to prepare them for their future career or higher‑level study. We are proud of our strong links with local employers such as Bentley Motors, Vauxhall Motors, SP Energy Networks, Ecolab and Unilever to ensure learners have access to work placements and industry professionals.

Cheshire College South & West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.