Learning & Skills Trainer

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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

We require a full time Learning & Skills Trainer to deliver a high standard of technical training within Light Vehicle to our cohorts of national apprentices: Key duties of the role include:

• Plan, prepare, design and deliver high quality teaching learning and assessment in the specialist area of Light Vehicle
• Ensure apprentices cover the relevant knowledge, skills, and behaviours of their vocational area, to meet their end point assessment
• Create individual learning plans for apprentices and be responsible for providing blended learning opportunities for all on-site and remote apprentices, ensuring any additional learning needs are met
• Complete progress reviews with employers and apprentices both remote and at the employer’s sites
• Motivate and inspire all apprentices so that they are supported to achieve excellence and are encouraged to achieve their full potential including higher grades.

What you’ll bring

You will have experience of being a technical trainer or have experience working within the motor vehicle industry. Essential skills and experience include:

• Hold a recognised subject related qualification at Level 3 or above or occupational competence in subject area
• Hold a Certificate in Education, PGCE or DTLLS or be willing to work towards
• Relevant industrial experience and occupational competence
• Have experience of successful team working and be committed to a team-based approach
• Be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of others and those training especially students with different needs.
• Demonstrate exceptional organisational and planning skills with excellent timekeeping and attendance

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact ben.simpson@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Interviews, including a practical task and microteach, are planned for: Wednesday 29th April, 2026

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £33,742 to £42,182 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for term time only or part time posts)
• 35 daysAnnual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrificescheme
• 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’recommitted 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’reactively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Ourcommitment 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 ofcompassionandunderstandingacross the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged toshareexperiences andsupportone 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 ourinclusiveworkplace, 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 iscommitted 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.

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We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of candidates. Please note that interview dates may be subject to change depending on availability

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