Lecturer in Auto Body Repair and Refinishing

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At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.

We are seeking a Lecturer in Auto Body Repair and Refinishing to join our team. In this role you will deliver teaching in Motor Vehicle Refinishing across Levels 1–3, incorporating the embedding of English and maths where appropriate. Undertake course leadership responsibilities and contribute to the ongoing development of the curriculum within the department.

Job title: Lecturer in Auto Body Repair and Refinishing

Full time, Permanent

About the role:

• Prepare and develop high-quality teaching and learning materials.
• Deliver engaging and effective learning sessions tailored to the needs of individual students, courses, and the wider curriculum, while maintaining accurate attendance records and promoting positive behaviour.
• Set, assess, and record coursework and assessments in line with awarding body requirements.
• Provide academic and pastoral support to students, offering guidance on progress and referring to specialist services where appropriate, and contributing to progress reviews and reports.
• Maintain high expectations of learners’ performance, commitment, and behaviour, taking appropriate action to uphold standards.
• Contribute to the work of subject and programme teams, as well as relevant committees and boards.
• Support the promotion of the Institute’s programmes by attending events such as open evenings, parents’ evenings, careers events, and school visits.
• Continuously evaluate and enhance the quality of teaching and learning through engagement with the College’s quality improvement and observation processes.

Essential Experience:

• Evidence of recent CPD
• Significant experience of working in industry within a practical motor vehicle environment.
• Experience of maintaining equipment associated with vehicle service and repair workshops.
• Experience of training and assessing automotive subjects.

Essential Qualifications:

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent in vehicle service and repair.
• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent.
• Level 5 Teaching Qualification / completing within 3 years of employment or 3 years of the first available course.

Why join us?

At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you.

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.