Apprenticeship Technical Trainer

About Us

Our client specialises in the design, development, and delivery of innovative learning programmes, predominantly within the automotive retail industry, including management, technical, aftersales and apprentice training. More recently we have begun working with forward-thinking companies within the logistics, food & beverage, and pensions sectors to enhance their training proposition via the implementation of Virtual Learning Environments, Live Broadcasting and Social Learning Platforms.

Our clients Corporate Vision is to 'Deliver inspirational, technology rich, fully integrated and personalised learning programmes that deliver beyond expectation' and we work in close partnership with our clients to identify and implement innovative and effective learning solutions.

Based at a fantastic training facility in Coventry, the successful candidates will deliver Light Vehicle Level 2 and Level 3 apprenticeship training programmes linked to the manufacturer's technician accreditation pathways and High Voltage journey.

Purpose of Job

Working as part of a larger team, the Apprentice Technical Trainers will be responsible for the delivery and development of high-quality learning programmes, ensuring that learners remain on track to achieve their respective qualifications and technician accreditation along with maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment.

About the Apprenticeship Programme

The Apprenticeship Programme is delivered from the state-of-the-art Academy in Coventry on behalf of our UK network of Retailers. The programme will be delivering not only the core curriculum of the apprenticeship standards but also the technician accreditation pathway and high voltage vehicle journey so that all apprentices are equipped to work on the whole range of vehicles safely.

The core responsibility of the programme is to deliver high quality training to enable Apprentices to achieve their career aspirations and appropriate brand accreditation and professional skills, behaviours, and competencies.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver high quality, engaging and effective Apprentice learning to the very highest standards

Work alongside other trainers to deliver curriculum courses and other manufacturer specific modules

Deploy and facilitate engaging training in-line with Trainer Accreditation methodology

Maintain quality, standardisation and application of training delivery to ensure that it meets the needs of the Apprentice Programme objectives

Conduct delegate assessments and other 'On the Job' competency assessments

Prepare the learning environment and resources (including setting up the workshop vehicles with training faults)

Track, manage and coach learners to progress using our learner management tracking platform, including monitoring of pre-requisite learning through our Learner Management Systems

Assist with development of new training material to create highly engaging training sessions meeting the needs of the apprenticeship standard. The role includes delivery of training across level 2 and 3 qualifications - combining attended and virtual classroom formats

Develop and embed functional skills in key subject areas in line with programme requirements

Produce off the job training reports for employers and development coaches

Identify learners that require additional support, or who require stretch - work with team, and other organisations as appropriate to facilitate this need

Assist in delivering quality induction sessions to all new technical apprentices joining the programme

Ensure that personal development is maintained and attend relevant updates sessions as instructed, and required by the role

Use all resources in an approved, safe and efficient manner

Work to timely and overall EPA completion targets with your apprentice case load

Promote a positive culture and promote the brand in everything that you do

Ensure all of the training adheres to Health and Safety standards, Safeguarding and Prevent

Act as an ambassador for the Apprenticeship Programme, proactively demonstrating good practice and the brand values.

Qualifications & Experience

Qualified Technician at Level 3 (EHV certification desirable)

Teaching qualification/experience (PTLLS, DTLLS, PGCE, TAP, Cert Ed or NVQ equivalent qualification desirable)

Full Driving License

Relevant Health & Safety Qualification (desirable)

First Aid at Work Qualification (desirable)

Safeguarding, Prevent and Equality & Diversity training (desirable)

Recent manufacturer workshop experience (desirable)

Strong awareness of new technical innovation

Be competent in using MS software packages

Personal Qualities

Strong 'Customer First' ethic

Passion for training and development of others

Motivated by their own professional development

Excellent team player

Self-motivated

Salary & Benefits

Up to £39k dependant on experience, company car, 26 days annual leave entitlement (Plus Bank Holidays), Employee Benefit Scheme, including discounts on retail, high street, gym, GP service

Place of Work: Coventry

Pre-employment Checks

Our client will undertake the relevant/standard employment checks with any successful candidate. This includes contacting all nominated references, as well as checking candidate ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks (confirmation will be provided through the recruitment process). This nature if this role will necessitate that we undertake a DBS check