Shape the Next Generation of Engineers
Are you an experienced engineer looking to pass on your skills, or an educator passionate about hands-on technical training? Join us to inspire and develop the future workforce.
In this role, you will lead, mentor, and shape learners across our Level 2 and Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship programmes. Whether you are already a qualified tutor or a skilled machinist looking to step off the shop floor and into a rewarding new career, we will fully support your transition—including funding your Award in Education and Training (AET).
What You Will Do (The Impact)
- Inspire & Deliver: Lead creative, high-quality practical training across manual lathes, CNC machining, and milling operations.
- Develop Core Skills: Guide Level 2 learners through foundational engineering skills and help Level 3 apprentices master advanced technical competencies.
- Mentor Future Talent: Support apprentices as they build both technical machinery skills and workplace confidence.
- Partner with Industry: Collaborate directly with local employers to design and track learning plans that support timely qualification.
- Track Success: Conduct rewarding progress reviews, set SMART goals, and manage digital portfolios via OneFile to ensure learner milestones are met.
- Champion Safety & Values: Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment that promotes professional standards, teamwork, and core community values.
What We Are Looking For
Essential Experience:
- Strong practical engineering background with proven competence in manual lathes, CNC, and milling operations.
- A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (to visit and support learners in their workplaces).
Qualifications (We will train you!):
- Already a qualified teacher/assessor? Perfect.
- Coming straight from industry? Don't worry. If you have the trade skills and a passion for training, we will support and fund you to gain your teaching qualifications (AET).
Why Join Us? (Your Benefits)
We believe in supporting our team just as much as our learners. Alongside a competitive salary, you will enjoy:
- Work-Life Balance: Generous holiday allowance, plus an extra day off for your birthday.
- Health & Wellness: discounted golf and fishing access.
- Perks & Discounts: Full access to Perks & Discounts Platform (Perkbox) for retail, food, and entertainment discounts.
- Future Security: Secure company pension scheme.
- Culture: Regular team social events and a highly collaborative team environment.
The Fine Print (Compliance & Safety)
- Safeguarding: Because this role involves working closely with young and vulnerable people, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (renewed every 5 years). Safe disclosure processes will be provided at the interview stage.
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Norwich (Norfolk)
