Welding & Fabrication Tutor

Alexandrite Recruitment Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering training provider in Norwich is seeking an experienced Welding & Fabrication Tutor to lead workshops and classroom theory in welding techniques. Ideal candidates will have strong welding skills and a passion for teaching. The role offers a competitive salary of £28k–£38k and a supportive environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Regular CPD and staff training

Family-focused culture with work-life balance

Qualifications

• Proven MMA, TIG & MIG welding skills in a commercial/industrial environment.
• Broad knowledge of welding materials, joint types, and fabrication techniques.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate MMA, TIG & MIG welding techniques.
• Deliver practical workshops in safe tool operation.
• Plan and deliver theory lessons on welding processes.

Skills

MMA welding skills

TIG welding skills

MIG welding skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Education

Certification in welding or relevant engineering discipline (e.g. CSWIP, NVQ Level 3)

Job description

Experienced / Trainee Welding & Fabrication Tutor

Location : Norwich

Salary : £28,000 – £38,000 per annum (DOE)

Type : Full-time, permanent

Hours : Mon–Fri, 08 : 30–16 : 30 (40 hrs / week)

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing engineering training provider offering commercial and industrial courses across welding, fabrication and wider engineering disciplines. Their Norwich campus boasts excellent transport links and world-class workshop facilities at the city centre site.

Role Overview

They’re seeking an experienced Welding & Fabrication Tutor—or a skilled Welder / Fabricator keen to transition into teaching—to join their team. You’ll plan and deliver both practical workshops and classroom theory, coach apprentices through hands‑on welding and fabrication tasks, and help them achieve industry-standard competencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate MMA, TIG & MIG welding techniques across plate, pipe and mixed materials
• Deliver practical workshops in safe tool and equipment operation
• Plan and deliver theory lessons covering welding processes, safety and best practice
• Provide constructive feedback and mentoring to apprentices
• Enforce Health & Safety regulations and instil rigorous safety procedures
• Prepare high-quality lesson plans, weld procedures and assessment records
• Adhere to all centre policies and the staff handbook

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven MMA, TIG & MIG welding skills in a commercial / industrial environment
• Broad knowledge of welding materials, joint types and fabrication techniques
• Certification in welding or a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. CSWIP, NVQ Level 3)
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Full, clean UK driving licence

Desirable

• Teaching or assessor qualification (in-house training provided)
• Previous experience in apprenticeship delivery or vocational education

Personal Attributes

• Enthusiastic, self‑motivated and supportive
• Excellent planner with strong organisational skills
• Able to work collaboratively and adapt to feedback
• Committed to learner success and continuous improvement

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary : £28k–£38k pa
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Regular CPD and staff training
• Family-focused culture with genuine work–life balance
• Friendly, professional team and modern facilities