Vocational Instructor (Carpentry)

Axcis Education Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is looking for a Vocational Instructor in Carpentry to deliver engaging sessions, monitor progress, and maintain a safe learning environment. Candidates should have a relevant qualification and teaching experience. This full-time position is based in Sutton and offers a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Referral incentive of £50 in shopping vouchers

Qualifications

• Previous experience teaching or training young people in a vocational setting.
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• DBS check will be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging carpentry sessions.
• Monitor and assess learner progress.
• Maintain a safe and organised learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with students.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Classroom management

Carpentry skills

Commitment to student support

Education

Relevant vocational qualification in Carpentry or Construction

Job description

Overview

Vocational Instructor – Carpentry
Location: Sutton
Contract: Full-time, Temp to Perm
Hours: 8:45am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver engaging carpentry sessions that meet City and Guilds standards and support students in developing practical trade skills.
• Assessment and Progress: Monitor, assess, and record learner progress, providing constructive feedback to promote achievement and confidence.
• Workshop Management: Maintain a safe and organised learning environment, ensuring tools, materials, and equipment are used safely and appropriately.
• Learner Support: Build positive relationships with students, promoting good attendance, behaviour, and engagement in learning.
• Health & Safety: Ensure all activities comply with health and safety regulations and best practice.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues and support staff to ensure a consistent and high-quality learning experience.

Requirements

• Relevant vocational qualification in Carpentry or Construction (City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Previous experience teaching or training young people in a vocational setting (school, college, or training provider).
• Strong classroom and behaviour management skills.
• A commitment to supporting students with additional needs or those disengaged from mainstream education.
• DBS check will be required. A suitable DBS will be processed on your behalf where applicable.

Contact

Interested? Please click the apply button and contact Patsy Boguzas on 0207 580 2956 | Ext: 1031.

Referral incentive: For more details, we offer £50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and they are placed in the job.

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.

The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires a suitable DBS check or the processing of one on your behalf, in line with DfE guidelines. If the position involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions. You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role. Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.