Make UK are the leading trade association support organisation, dedicated to providing a range of business services to world leading manufacturing companies. Make UK provides essential knowledge and practical support, as well as championing the interests of our stakeholders at the highest levels of government and through leveraging a strong media presence.
Make UK are committed to providing industry leading training in their purpose built, state of the art Technology Hub. This training is delivered via apprenticeships and commercial led training at the forefront of the manufacturing sector, in conjunction with the counties leading employers. Make UK are looking for educational professionals to join us in our mission to train and upskill the next generation.
We are seeking a dedicated Technical Tutor to join our team at the Aston workshop, specialising in teaching Electrical Installation as per the apprenticeship engineering standards. As a Technical Tutor, you will be responsible for delivering a range of programs, including Apprenticeship Standards and customized short courses. Your role will involve monitoring and assessing learners to ensure they achieve their qualifications and learning outcomes as outlined in their individual learning plans.
Applications from industry are welcome to apply. Make UK can assist with teaching/assessing qualifications, therefore someone looking to leave industry to pursue a role educating and mentoring the next generation would find this position particularly rewarding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessments that align with Awarding Body requirements and meet the needs of our learners and customers.
- Create course materials, including handouts and reference materials, to support effective topic delivery.
- Deliver engaging and challenging training sessions to apprentices and adult learners, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Foster a motivational learning environment that enables learners to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge.
- Assess learner progress using various assessment methods and provide timely feedback and progress reports.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, including OfSTED, LSC, and Awarding Body criteria.
- Uphold learner discipline in accordance with the Centre's policies and practices.
- Prioritize the health and safety of learners and staff in line with the Centre's policies.
- Maintain accurate learner records using designated databases and reporting systems.
- Act as a cohort tutor for first-year students as required.
- Maintain and enhance learning facilities to ensure they meet the needs of our learners.
Technical Knowledge and Experience:
- Time served apprentice or relevant City and Guilds (Part 3) qualification.
- Full Technical Certificate, National Certificate, or higher.
- Skills-specific NVQ Level 3 or higher, or equivalent.
- Level 3 (or higher) teacher training qualification (Desired)
- A1 and V1 (desired)
Personal:
- Recent industrial experience combined with knowledge of current industry standards and best practices.
- Ability to empathize with young people and effectively plan, deliver, and assess training outcomes.
- Demonstrated ability to approach problems logically.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Proficiency in literacy and numeracy.
- Ability to motivate learners and command their respect.
- Integrity, commitment, and professionalism.
If you possess the technical expertise, and passion for developing the next generation of skilled professionals, we invite you to apply for this rewarding role at Make UK.
Make UK staff enjoy a good benefits package and values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Benefits to include, but not limited to: Free parking, meal service on site, no bank holiday/weekend work, flexible hours, health cover, matched pension contributions up to 8%, and life assurance.
We are committed to supporting the Armed Forces Community and we recognise the contribution that Service personnel, both regular and reservist, veterans and military families make to our organisation and have pledged to support this by signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant.
SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is therefore a mandatory requirement that the successful candidate agrees to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Individuals barred from working in this sector are reminded it is a criminal offence to submit an application.
Due to volume of applications, if you do not hear back within 5 working days please assume that you have been unsuccessful at this time.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
Schedule:
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)
- Tutoring: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
