Process Manufacturing Tutor
Vacancy
Cogent have an exciting opportunity for a Process Manufacturing Tutor to plan and deliver high-quality online teaching, learning and assessment across the Level 3 Process Industry Manufacturing Technician and Level 4 Process Leader apprenticeship programmes.
The role will focus on delivering engaging knowledge-based sessions that support apprentices in developing the technical understanding, behaviours and industry awareness required to succeed within the process manufacturing sector.
The postholder will deliver remote learning sessions, support learner progress and achievement, contribute to curriculum development, and ensure training reflects current industry practice and apprenticeship requirements.
Remote based with some travel to Warrington for Standardisation
Package
- Competitive salary
- Full time permanent role
- Pension – employee contribution 6%
- Life Assurance
- 29 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays (FTE)
- Opportunity to buy-back 5 extra days annual leave (FTE)
- Day off for your birthday
- Optional Private Health Care package
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Bonus Scheme
- Aspire Values Award Scheme
- Annual Values Awards
- Long Service Awards
- Annual Company Events
- Gym Discount
- Access to Training & Development Opportunities
Key Accountabilities:
· Plan and deliver engaging online teaching sessions aligned to apprenticeship standards, knowledge modules and qualification requirements.
· Deliver high-quality remote learning across subjects including:
· Health & Safety
· Process Manufacturing Principles
· Process Control
· Fault Diagnosis and Problem Solving
· Continuous Improvement
· Quality and Compliance
· Operational and Manufacturing Practices
· Develop learners’ understanding of core process manufacturing principles and how these apply within industrial environments.
· Create an engaging and supportive online learning environment that encourages participation, knowledge retention and learner confidence.
· Develop and maintain schemes of work, lesson plans, presentations and learning resources to support high-quality delivery.
· Utilise digital platforms and Cogent’s LMS effectively to deliver interactive learning and monitor learner engagement and progress.
· Provide learners with timely developmental feedback, guidance and academic support.
· Support learners in preparing for gateway requirements and end-point assessment activities where appropriate.
· Work collaboratively with curriculum and quality teams to ensure consistency and continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment.
· Participate in standardisation activities, team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
· Support learner retention, achievement and timely completion through effective communication and learner support.
· Contribute to curriculum development to ensure content remains current, industry relevant and aligned to employer needs.
· Maintain accurate learner records and administrative documentation in line with company and funding requirements.
· Promote safeguarding, Prevent and British Values within all areas of delivery and learner interaction.
· Ensure all delivery complies with ESFA, Ofsted and internal quality assurance requirements.
Key Performance Indicators
· High levels of learner attendance, engagement and satisfaction.
· Strong learner achievement and timely completion rates.
· Positive employer feedback regarding learner knowledge development and industry relevance.
· Delivery of consistently high-quality online teaching, learning and assessment.
· Development and maintenance of high-quality curriculum and teaching resources.
· Contribution to quality improvement activities and curriculum innovation.
Knowledge Skills and Qualifications
Essential
· Industry experience within the process manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, oil & gas, utilities or related sector.
· Strong knowledge of process manufacturing operations and associated industry practices.
· Understanding of key process manufacturing topics including health & safety, quality, continuous improvement and process operations.
· Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to learners with varying levels of experience.
· Strong presentation and facilitation skills, particularly within an online learning environment.
· Confident user of IT systems and digital learning platforms including Microsoft Teams and LMS systems.
· Well-organised with strong administration and time management skills.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· DBS Check.
Desirable
· Previous teaching, tutoring, coaching or workplace training experience.
· A teaching qualification at Level 3 or above.
· Experience delivering apprenticeship standards, particularly:
· Level 3 Process Industry Manufacturing Technician
· Level 4 Process Leader
· Understanding of apprenticeship delivery, EPA requirements and funding compliance.
· Knowledge of Ofsted and ESFA requirements.
· Experience using e-portfolio systems such as OneFile or Smart Assessor.
Cogent is an inclusive employer and we value the diversity our workforce brings. We welcome applications from all candidates and will consider all applications equally and fairly.
Cogent is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
To apply please click on the link: https://www.cogentskills.com/about/work-for-us/
Please complete the Application Form and send together with a letter of application and your CV to [email protected] by 17th June 2026 outlining your suitability for this post and how you would ensure success.
If you have additional needs that you would like us to consider during the application and interview process please contact Denise Bentley at [email protected]
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- Do you have industry experience within the process manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, oil & gas, utilities or related sector?
- Do you have strong knowledge of process manufacturing operations and associated industry practices?
- Do you have an understanding of key process manufacturing topics including health & safety, quality, continuous improvement and process operations?
- Do you have the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to learners with varying levels of experience?
- Do you have strong presentation and facilitation skills, particularly within an online learning environment?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Warrington (Cheshire, North West Region)
