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Fitting and Mechanical Maintenance Trainer

Burnley College
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1 month ago
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We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Engineer with expertise in Fitting and Mechanical Maintenance to join our Centre of Engineering Excellence as a Trainer. This is a rewarding role, giving you the opportunity to see young people gain new skills, grow in confidence, and become the future engineers across East Lancashire. You will plan, deliver and review the development of underpinning knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours within a workshop environment. You will guide apprentices through their learning journey, track and record their progress, and ensure they are fully prepared for end-point assessment and their future engineering careers.

Responsibilities
  • Plan, deliver and review underpinning knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours in a workshop environment.
  • Guide apprentices through their learning journey, track and record progress, and prepare them for end-point assessment and future engineering careers.
Qualifications
  • Significant industry experience in Fitting and/or Mechanical Maintenance.
  • Recognised engineering qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent).
  • Ideally, experience of delivering training or mentoring within an educational or workplace setting.
Salary and Location

Salary for this post is up to £35,394. Location: on-site delivery at Burnley College Sixth Form Centre, Burnley, Lancashire.

Safeguarding, DBS and Compliance

Employment is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and, for posts involving regulated activity, an additional barred list check may apply.

How to Apply

To apply for this post, please complete the application form using the link below. If you experience any problems when completing the application form, please e-mail: [email protected]

Application link: https://careers.burnley.ac.uk/applynow/

Application Closing Date

The closing date for this post is 5.00pm, Thursday 25 September 2025.

Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding

Burnley College celebrates the diversity of all staff, students and visitors. We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all and providing a safe and supportive environment.

Notes

The location for this role is on-site delivery. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date should we receive a sufficient level of interest.


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