Engineering Maintenance Trainer - Electrical

Apprenticeships

Salary: £32,532 to 36,614 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week

Reference: REC1675 | Closing date: Monday 27th January 2025

The opportunity

As our Engineering Maintenance Technician, you’ll play a key role in equipping our apprentices with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in the workplace. This hands-on role allows you to share your industry expertise and develop the next generation of engineering talent.

You’ll deliver a mix of practical training and classroom lessons, covering topics such as mechanical and electrical systems, fault diagnosis, planned maintenance, and health and safety. By tailoring your teaching to employer needs, you’ll ensure apprentices are fully prepared for their roles.

Based in our state-of-the-art STEM Centre, you’ll guide apprentices in using tools and equipment safely while solving real-world engineering challenges. Your classroom lessons will make theoretical concepts like engineering principles, diagnostics, and industry standards clear and engaging.

You’ll also teach systems for safe maintenance and operations, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and industry standards. By supporting apprentices in maintaining equipment and identifying and repairing faults, you’ll promote high standards of safety and operational effectiveness.

As a mentor, you’ll track apprentice progress, address areas for improvement, and support them in achieving their goals. Collaboration will be key, as you’ll work with colleagues to share best practices, develop course materials, and maintain high teaching standards.

Focusing on apprenticeship standards tailored to employer needs, you’ll deliver training in the STEM Centre and on workplace visits, helping apprentices develop practical skills in real-world settings. Functional skills training is handled by a separate team, allowing you to concentrate on core engineering content.

If you’re new to teaching, we’ll provide full support to help you gain the necessary qualifications. This is a fantastic opportunity to share your expertise, inspire future engineers, and make a meaningful contribution to the industry.

About You

We’re looking for a dynamic candidate with a strong background in Engineering Maintenance, ideally in electrical systems, fault diagnosis, and planned maintenance. If you're passionate about sharing your expertise and helping apprentices develop the skills they need to succeed, we want to hear from you!

Teaching experience isn't essential, but you'll need to communicate clearly and engage learners at all levels. Strong communication, patience, and a mentoring mindset are key to guiding apprentices on their journey.

You’ll need to be proactive, adaptable, and eager to tailor your training to meet employer needs. A solid understanding of industry standards, technical specifications, and health and safety regulations is important.

We welcome applications from candidates with industry experience, even if you're new to teaching. With our comprehensive training plan and ongoing support, you'll be well-equipped to succeed. If you’re new to teaching, we’ll provide full support to help you gain the necessary qualifications.

Experience in employee assessments, working with employers, and delivering apprenticeships is a bonus. Familiarity with higher apprenticeships and e-portfolio systems is also desirable.

We’re looking for someone self-motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work under pressure. Emotional resilience and a commitment to working with young people and vulnerable adults are essential.

Required:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in an occupational area
• Assessor Awards (or willingness to work towards)
• Teaching qualification (must be willing to work towards Level 5 PGCE if not already held)
• Previous relevant work experience within industry

Preferred:

• Internal verification award
• Experience of undertaking formal employee assessment in the workplace

Reasons to join us

• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 55 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Teachers Pension Scheme
• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff

The Barnsley College Advantage

When you join us, you can expect to benefit from “The Barnsley College Advantage”. This is the advantage of:

• Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals
• A range of flexible working opportunities
• Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability
• Short and Long Term development commitments
• Access to experiencing work in a range of areas
• Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation
• Reward and Recognition
• Having your voice heard at every level
• Comprehensive Wellbeing Support

Closing date for applications Monday 27th January 2025 - We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.