Training and Development Coach - Engineering

Nelson and Colne College; Accrington; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Accrington is looking for a passionate Training and Development Coach in Engineering. This role involves supporting apprentices through tailored coaching, delivering quality training sessions, and building strong employer relationships. Ideal candidates will have experience as a qualified Assessor and a strong grasp of apprenticeship standards. The position offers generous leave, health benefits, and professional development opportunities, along with the chance to inspire the next generation of engineers.

Benefits

Access to workplace pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Enhanced occupational sick pay

Range of health and wellbeing benefits

Staff recognition scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in coaching and assessing apprentices through tailored training.
• Sound understanding of apprenticeship standards and End Point Assessment processes.
• Confidence in using digital platforms to enhance learner progress.

Responsibilities

• Support, coach and assess apprentices through workplace visits.
• Deliver engaging training sessions and embed core skills.
• Build strong relationships with employers to enhance apprentice learning.

Skills

Qualified Assessor (A1, CAVA or equivalent)

Experience delivering high-quality apprenticeships in Engineering

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Ability to inspire apprentices

Education

Relevant occupational qualifications

Tools

Digital platforms such as OneFile

Learner management systems

Job description

Training and Development Coach – Engineering

Salary: Up to £37, 417.20 per annum, depending on qualification/experience

Hours: 37 per week

Working Weeks: Full Year

Contract Type: Permanent

Site: Accrington & Rossendale College

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 4 January 2026

Interview Date: TBC

“Together, Let’s Be Extraordinary”

Our Organisation

Part of East Lancashire Learning Group, Accrington and Rossendale College has a proud history of delivering high quality vocational courses and technical training, apprenticeships and higher education provision to the communities that we serve. We excel in providing people with a platform to progress into fantastic employment opportunities with rewarding careers prospects.

The Exciting Role

An exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of practitioners. We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Training and Development Coach to join our successful and supportive Engineering Team. This is your chance to make a real difference – guiding apprentices across Engineering standards as they build rewarding careers.

What This Role Would Suit

An experienced Trainer Assessor/Coach seeking a new challenge within an Ofsted Outstanding organisation that puts learners and staff at the heart of what we do.

A skilled practitioner from industry ready to take the next step into teaching, coaching and assessing.

You’ll play a key part in delivering engaging, high‑quality training and assessments – supporting apprentices to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours they need to excel in their roles and achieve high grades at End Point Assessment.

You’ll work closely with employers across Lancashire, supporting their business needs and helping shape a curriculum that reflects the latest developments in the sector. In return, you’ll be part of a welcoming and dynamic team, with access to continuous professional development and real opportunities to grow your career.

The successful candidate will be primarily based at Accrington but may be required to travel across sites.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support, coach and assess apprentices through tailored training, workplace visits, and individual feedback.
• Deliver engaging sessions and embed English, maths and personal development into the apprenticeship journey.
• Work in partnership with our Functional Skills and curriculum teams.
• Build strong relationships with employers to enhance apprentice progress and curriculum relevance.
• Ensure timely achievement and preparation for End Point Assessment.

What We Are Looking For

• A qualified Assessor (A1, CAVA or equivalent), with experience delivering high-quality apprenticeships in Engineering.
• Relevant occupational qualifications and industry experience.
• A sound understanding of apprenticeship standards, End Point Assessment processes, and how to support learners to achieve distinction-level outcomes.
• A strong grasp of quality and compliance requirements, including Ofsted expectations, safeguarding, and ESFA funding rules.
• Confidence using digital platforms such as OneFile and learner management systems to plan, track and enhance learner progress.
• The ability to inspire and support apprentices of all ages, embedding English, maths and personal development into the learning journey.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a flexible, collaborative approach to working with employers, colleagues and learners.
• A genuine passion for apprenticeships and a commitment to helping every learner reach their full potential.

What We Offer in Return

• Access to a workplace pension scheme – with generous employer contributions.
• Generous annual leave allowance including a two‑week closure over the Christmas period.
• Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family‑friendly policies and benefits.
• A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support.
• Staff recognition scheme, including long‑service awards.
• Free on‑site parking on all College sites.

Please visit our working‑for‑us section of our website for a full list of our benefits http://www.eastlancslearning.ac.uk/

Further Questions?

Please contact our friendly HR Team: [e-mail]

*Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website*

All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.