Job Introduction
Your future is here
A place to inspire
Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.
Who we need
Nottingham College is seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated Electrical Skills Trainer to support the delivery of our Level 3 City & Guilds Electrical provision, including technical training, practical skills development and apprenticeship support.
This role will focus on developing apprentices’ and learners’ competence across electrical installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, fault diagnosis, electrical principles and safe working practices. You will work closely with lecturers, assessors, employers and curriculum leaders to ensure learners develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to progress successfully within the electrotechnical sector.
The successful candidate will support delivery linked to City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installation / Electrotechnical qualifications, including apprenticeship routes aligned to the Installation and Maintenance Electrician standard. The role is intended to strengthen practical skills delivery, workplace readiness and progression into skilled employment.
What you’ll bring
You will bring your expertise as a skilled electrical professional into a role where you can genuinely shape the next generation of the industry. Confident in both practical and technical training, you will help learners develop the safe, accurate and professional working practices expected across electrical installation and maintenance. Whether you are demonstrating hands-on techniques, breaking down complex concepts, or supporting learners on their journey to skilled employment, you will create an engaging and supportive learning environment that builds both confidence and competence.
This opportunity is ideal if you are an experienced electrician, electrical maintenance technician, workplace assessor or trainer looking to share your knowledge and inspire others. You’ll work closely with apprentices, employers and colleagues to deliver high-quality training across workshop, classroom and workplace settings, while maintaining strong professional standards and a focus on health and safety. With your industry experience, strong communication skills and commitment to developing others, you’ll play a key role in helping learners achieve full occupational competence—supported by opportunities to gain teaching or assessing qualifications if you don’t already hold them.
For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact [email protected].
Interviews and Assessments are planned for: September 2026
Why Join us
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Competitive salary – £33,742 to £42,182 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for term time only or part time posts)
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35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
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Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
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Discounts at various stores andservices across the UK via our Vivup App
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Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
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Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme
A place to belong
At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.
We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.
Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.
Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.
Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.
Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.
Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
Apply
If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.
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