Mechanical Tutor

Ready to come off the tools and pass on what you know?

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer who wants to move into teaching and help shape the next generation of engineering talent. You don’t need a teaching qualification or any previous teaching experience. Our client will fund and support you through a full teacher training pathway, from a Level 3 Award in Education and Training through to a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, while you earn a full salary.

Your hands-on industry experience is what matters most. You will be given training, mentoring and support to turn that experience into outstanding teaching, learning and assessment for our funded and non-funded learners and apprentices.

What we offer

Fully funded teacher training from Level 3 to Level 5

Structured mentoring and support from experienced tutors as you develop

Generous annual leave

Optional health care plan

Generous employer pension contribution

Death-in-service benefit

Critical illness insurance cover (after 12 months’ service)

Salary exchange scheme

Cycle2Work Scheme

Strong employer networks and modern training facilities

As a Mechanical Tutor, you will be responsible for

Learn and apply the full teaching cycle, taking an inclusive approach to teaching, training and assessment in line with the Education Inspection Framework

Bring real-world engineering practice into the classroom and workshop, embedding safe industrial working practices throughout

Develop schemes of work and session plans that deliver an engaging curriculum and meet the needs of all learners and stakeholders

Build and maintain relationships with employers, understanding their requirements and offering suitable training solutions, including bespoke options where applicable

Provide support, information and advice to learners at every stage of their programme, signposting to internal and external support where appropriate

Support business development and recruitment activities at internal and external events and during apprentice recruitment

Work with the Delivery Team Director to develop employer relationships, including reporting on learner progress

Assist the Delivery Team Director with costings and control of materials and equipment when required

Help learners complete their qualifications, apprenticeship standards and learning programmes on time, flagging anyone at risk of falling behind

Maintain accurate records of learner progress and achievement

Take part in internal quality assurance processes and help maintain Awarding Organisation approval

Comply with and contribute to internal and external standards, including ESFA, Ofsted and Awarding Organisation requirements (full training provided)

Commit to your own professional development, including completing your funded teaching qualifications

Promote equality, diversity and inclusion, and build fair, professional and supportive relationships with colleagues, learners and apprentices

The ideal candidate will have

A strong background as a Mechanical Engineer or in a mechanical engineering trade, with solid hands-on industry experience

A recognised engineering qualification (e.g. Level 3 NVQ, BTEC, HNC/HND, or a completed apprenticeship)

A genuine passion for engineering and a desire to share your skills and knowledge with others

A willingness to complete a fully funded Level 3 to Level 5 teaching qualification

Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the patience to support learners of all abilities

Good organisational skills and a methodical approach

The ability to work independently and as part of a team