Trainer - Software Developer

FIND | Creating Futures; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Software Development Trainer to join their Manchester team. This full-time position involves delivering engaging training sessions for apprentices in software development. Ideal candidates will have prior teaching experience and knowledge in programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, and SQL. The role offers a competitive salary between £57,000 - £62,000 with a flexible hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Trainer, Lecturer, Tutor, Teacher, or Instructor.
• Strong understanding of core programming languages and industry practices.
• Passion for mentoring and helping apprentices develop their careers.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging training sessions across core software development modules.
• Design and update training content to reflect current industry practices.
• Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Teaching or training experience

Knowledge of Java

Knowledge of C#

Knowledge of Python

Knowledge of SQL

Job description

FIND are proud to be partnering with a leading Higher Education & Degree Apprenticeship provider as they grow their Manchester training team.

This organisation is on a mission to shape the future of the UK tech sector by helping people from all backgrounds kick-start their careers in software development. Backed by some of the biggest names in industry, they're equipping the next generation of developers with the real-world skills employers need.

They're now looking for a Software Development Trainer to join their team, training, guiding & education apprentices as they work towards their degree-level qualifications in Software Engineering.

This is a hybrid role, combining remote delivery with face-to-face training at their Manchester campus.

What You\'ll Be Doing

• Deliver engaging and practical training sessions across core software development modules, both online and in person.
• Support learners of all levels, tailoring your approach to help them succeed in their apprenticeship and career.
• Design and update training content, projects, and resources that reflect current industry practices.
• Monitor learner progress, assess assignments, and provide constructive feedback and 1:1 support.
• Mentor final-year apprentices as they complete their end-point projects/dissertations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain high standards of teaching, training, and learner support.
• Ensure training content maps to the Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours (KSBs) in the Software Developer apprenticeship standard.

What We\'re Looking For

• Previous teaching or training experience (Trainer / Lecturer / Tutor / Teacher / Instructor)
• Good knowledge of core programming languages and tools (e.g. Java, C#, Python, SQL)
• Taught Software extensively, or worked in industry as a Software Developer / Engineer
• Previous experience designing or delivering training programmes, modules, or workshops.
• Passion for helping people learn and develop their careers.
• Good understanding of the apprenticeship or higher education space (desirable but not essential).

This is a full-time permanent position, paying £57,000 - £62,000, with a flexible hybrid working model (home & Manchester campus)

Please reach out for more info! Ryan.hammond@