Vocational Instructor (Plant Mechanics)

Are you an experienced Plant Mechanic ready for a new challenge? Share your skills, shape the future, and make a real difference by training the next generation of plant professionals.

Location: National Construction College East, Bircham Newton, Norfolk, PE31 6RH

Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week)

Contract: Permanent

Grade: SC3

Target Salary: £47,973 per annum

Join our expert training team at the National Construction College East, Bircham Newton, as a Vocational Instructor. Turn your industry experience into a rewarding teaching career – no teaching qualification required to start, just your passion and expertise.

As a Vocational Instructor, you’ll deliver high‑quality training to learners at various stages of their careers. You’ll play a key role in shaping the future workforce by:

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• Delivering engaging theory and practical training sessions to apprentice and commercial learners
  
• Supporting learners through assessments and qualifications
  
• Maintaining industry standards and ensuring a safe learning environment
  
• Contributing to curriculum development and continuous improvement
  

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• Minimum of Level 3 (or equivalent) vocational qualification directly related to the role
  
• Specialist licence to practice qualifications relevant to the role
• Relevant experience in the construction industry and excellent knowledge of current industry practices
  
• Hold a Level 2 qualification or higher in English and maths or demonstrate proficiency at Level 2 or above through a recognised assessment in both subjects.
  
• Minimum of Level 3 teaching qualification (or commitment to achieve within one year of commencing role)
  
• Assessor Awards (or commitment to achieve within one year of commencing)
  
• A passion for developing others and sharing knowledge
  
• Subsidised Costa Coffee on site
  
• Free onsite parking
  
• Free onsite gym
  
• All PPE provided — Fully kitted out, ready to teach
  
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  
• 3 additional days Christmas shutdown
  
• Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
  
• Life assurance (4x salary)
  
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
  
• Professional development & funded training qualifications
  
• Employee Assistance Programme
  
• A team that respects you, your trade, and your time‑served knowledge
  
• Be part of a respected organisation shaping the future of UK construction
  

Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the stated closing date. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, therefore early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.

CITB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. Candidates must be willing to undergo the requisite pre‑employment vetting checks and procedures, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. An enhanced DBS with child barring check is required for this post.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, and warnings, including those that are spent, unless they are protected under current DBS filtering rules.

During the shortlisting process, CITB may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.

Please note: It is a criminal offence for an individual who is barred from working in regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults to apply for this position.