Welding Tutor

Momentum Recruitment LTD; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Professional development and training

Supportive and collaborative working

Casual dress policy

Job summary

Momentum Recruitment and Training in Derby is seeking a Welding Tutor to deliver high-quality welding training, combining classroom theory with hands-on practice in our fully equipped workshop. You will guide learners through MIG, TIG and ARC welding, developing their skills and confidence while upholding top safety standards.

The role requires a passion for teaching, strong communication, and the ability to mentor students toward industry-ready competencies.

Qualifications

• Strong practical welding experience across MIG, TIG, and ARC processes.
• Experience with a range of materials and fabrication techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong commitment to health and safety.
• A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing others.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and update welding training materials and lesson plans in line with industry standards
• Deliver engaging classroom sessions covering welding theory, processes, and safe working practices
• Provide practical demonstrations and one-to-one coaching within the welding workshop
• Monitor and assess learner progress through practical assessments, written work, and project-based tasks
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to support learner development
• Maintain a safe learning environment and enforce health and safety standards at all times
• Ensure welding equipment, tools, and materials are well maintained and fit for purpose
• Mentor and support learners, helping them build skills, confidence, and career readiness
• Stay up to date with industry developments, technologies, and regulatory requirements

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

ARC welding

Materials knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Teaching experience

Welding certifications (AWS/ASME/EAL)

Job description

Welding Tutor - Derby

Date Posted: 27th February 2026

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time

Location: In person Derby

Company Overview

Momentum Recruitment and Training is a leading UK provider of vocational education and skills training. We are passionate about helping individuals gain industry-relevant skills that lead to real career opportunities.

We are now looking to appoint a skilled and experienced Welding Tutor with an engineering background to join our Derby team and support the development of the next generation of welding professionals.

Role Overview

As a Welding Tutor, you will deliver high-quality welding training to learners using our fully equipped workshop facilities. This role combines classroom-based theory with hands-on practical instruction across a range of welding processes.

You'll play a vital role in building learners' technical skills, confidence, and employability, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and update welding training materials and lesson plans in line with industry standards
• Deliver engaging classroom sessions covering welding theory, processes, and safe working practices
• Provide practical demonstrations and one-to-one coaching within the welding workshop
• Monitor and assess learner progress through practical assessments, written work, and project-based tasks
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to support learner development
• Maintain a safe learning environment and enforce health and safety standards at all times
• Ensure welding equipment, tools, and materials are well maintained and fit for purpose
• Mentor and support learners, helping them build skills, confidence, and career readiness
• Stay up to date with industry developments, technologies, and regulatory requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong practical welding experience across MIG, TIG, and ARC processes
• Experience working with a range of materials and fabrication techniques
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to health and safety
• A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing others

Desirable (but not essential)

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline
• Previous teaching, tutoring, or training experience
• Recognised welding certifications (e.g. AWS, ASME, EAL or equivalent)

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£30,000 - £35,000 per year)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Casual dress policy