VOCATIONAL TRAINER/ TEACHER/ COACH

IB Talent Search; Basildon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Canteen

Casual dress

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Employee discount

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

IB Talent Search is seeking a Vocational Trainer to teach basic mechanics to Level 1, in a hands-on classroom setting at UK sites. You will lead small groups of around 8 learners, set clear expectations, and foster a positive, structured learning environment for young people.

The ideal candidate has experience as an instructor, coach, CFAV or youth leader, with strong communication and inclusive teaching style. Qualifications welcomed but not essential.

Qualifications

• Teaching or instructing experience required (1 year minimum)
• Experience in education, training, youth work or CFAV is highly desirable
• Ability to manage groups and motivate learners in practical settings

Responsibilities

• Teach and lead small-group classes (~8 learners)
• Deliver engaging, well-structured learning sessions
• Teach basic mechanics to Level 1: H&S, safe tool use, engine concepts, braking systems, components
• Support learners with SEND within a group setting
• Create a calm, inclusive and well-managed classroom culture; work with colleagues to monitor progress

Skills

Teaching

Group leadership

Communication

Inclusion

Education

Teaching qualification (preferred)

CFAV / youth work qualification (preferred)

Job description

Teachers, Coaches, Retired Teachers, Part-time Teachers and Lecturers - Tremendous Opportunity to work in Vocational Training.

Vocational Trainer Sought by Leading Hospitality/ Leisure Group.

My Client is a market leading leisure and hospitality business. They have teamed up with one of the UK's leading vocational training organisations to offer vocational training across their sites.

This is a tremendous opportunity to help your local community- so if you are a teacher/lecturer/ instructor/coach with an interest in mechanics, this could be an ideal opportunity for you.

Job description

We're looking for a passionate, engaging Instructor to teach and lead small classes of around 8 students. This is a hands-on teaching role for someone who enjoys working directly with young people, setting clear expectations, and creating a positive, structured learning environment.

This role would particularly suit someone with experience as an instructor, coach, CFAV or youth leader who is confident managing groups and motivating young people through practical, inclusive learning.

What you'll be doing:

• Teaching and leading small-group classes (typically around 8 learners)
• Delivering engaging, well-structured learning sessions
• Teaching basic mechanics to a Level 1 standard, including: H&S, Safe use of basic tools, How things work in practice, Core concepts such as combustion engines, braking systems and vehicle components
• Supporting learners with SEND within a group teaching environment
• Creating a calm, inclusive and well-managed classroom culture Working closely with colleagues to support learner progress

We're looking for someone who:

• Is confident leading and teaching groups of young people
• Has basic mechanical knowledge at a Level 1 standard
• Can explain practical concepts clearly and safely
• Communicates clearly and builds strong rapport
• Brings consistency, patience and a positive leadership style
• Has experience in education, training, youth work or as a CFAV (highly desirable)
• Believes in inclusion and helping every learner succeed
• Teaching or vocational qualifications are welcome, but we are not looking for qualified mechanics, the right attitude, presence and foundational knowledge matter most.

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Experience:

• Teaching or Instructing: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• EDBS on the Update Service (preferred)
• Teaching, coaching or instructing qualification (preferred)