Tutor of Motor Vehicle

York College; Bishopthorpe; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

57 days annual leave

Generous Pension Scheme

Teacher training support up to £7,000

Job summary

York College is seeking a dynamic Tutor of Motor Vehicle at our Sim Balk Lane campus to deliver IMI MV qualifications and lead program activities. You will bring industry knowledge to the classroom and contribute to curriculum development, assessments, and student support.

The role requires a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, a teaching qualification (or willingness to train), and an Assessor qualification. Experience in FE is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or higher.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Assessor qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of MV qualifications (IMI Levels 1–3, Apprenticeships 2 & 3).
• Programme leadership, assessment & IQA, student support.
• Liaise with external organisations and assist with curriculum development.

Skills

Teaching

Assessor qualification

Teaching qualification

Education

Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards)

Assessor qualification

Job description

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Tutor of Motor Vehicle

Reference: SEP20262002

Expiry date: 08:00, Thu, 22nd Oct 2026

Location: Sim Balk Lane campus

Benefits: Please visit the York College website to explore our range of benefits

Tutor of Motor Vehicle
Ref: 2627/025
Hours: 37 hours per week (1.0 fte)
Salary: Up to £43,408 per annum* (Subject to qualifications and experience).

Plus generous benefits. These include:

• 57 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures)
• Generous Occupational Pension Scheme
• Financial support towards teacher training course fees if you do not have a recognised Level 5 teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE) - worth up to £7,000 over two years

*Staff with Advanced Teacher Status (ATS) via the Society for Education and Training (SET) are eligible to receive an enhanced salary of £44,875

About the role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual who can demonstrate high quality, engaging, teaching and learning practices to enthuse our students and bring theory and practical lessons to life. You will bring up-to-date industry knowledge and skills to the classroom to develop our Vehicle Technicians of the future.

You will actively contribute to the development and delivery of current industry standard MV qualifications, i.e. IMI courses at Levels 1, 2, & 3, MV Apprenticeship Standards at Level 2 and 3, as well as potential bespoke industry training courses which may include Electric Vehicle courses.
The role also encompasses programme leadership, assessment & IQA, student support, liaison with external organisations, student recruitment, marketing and being involved in future curriculum development.

About the person
Ideally you will have previous experience of teaching in further education, supported by a relevant teaching qualification (or be willing to work towards this) and an Assessor qualification.

It is essential to hold at least a Level 3 qualification, or higher, in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. General engineering experience / qualifications would also be an advantage. Relevant experience of current motor vehicle industry standards and practices is essential.

About the College
York College & University Centre is the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices.

We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.

With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.

Want to know more?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Jim Mcmahon, Curriculum and Standards Manager: Motor Vehicle, at [e-mail].

Staff benefits & Important notices
You can find full details on our job vacancies page, just below the current vacancies: Job Vacancies | York College & University Centre. Be sure to explore the range of additional benefits and perks that make York College a brilliant place to work.

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Closing date: 22nd October 2026 at 9.00am