Aerospace Tutor and Skills Coach
Job Posted: 2 April 2026
- Contract Term: Permanent
- Location: Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Full time
- Salary: up to £35,619 per annum, dependent on experience
- Industries: Aviation Education Miscellaneous
Lead, Teach, and Inspire: Join Us in Developing Tomorrow’s Aerospace Talent
Are you ready to inspire the next generation of aerospace engineers?
Do you want a role where your expertise shapes real futures, your ideas are valued, and no two days are the same?
At The Isle of Wight College, we are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Aerospace Tutor and Skills Coach to join our forward thinking team. This is a unique opportunity to influence and develop tomorrow’s engineers within a department that celebrates innovation, practical learning, and real-world skills.
Whether you're an experienced aerospace professional looking to move into teaching or already delivering vocational training and ready for your next challenge — we want to hear from you.
As an Aerospace Tutor and Skills Coach, you will:
• Deliver engaging classroom and workshop-based teaching that develops apprentices’ technical knowledge and practical aerospace engineering skills.
• Provide tailored coaching and guidance to support learners throughout their apprenticeship journey.
• Assess learner competence through observations, skills assessments, and portfolio evidence.
• Create high quality learning materials and practical tasks aligned to industry standards and curriculum requirements.
• Track, record, and report on learner progress, ensuring timely completion and achievement of milestones.
• Work collaboratively with employers to ensure learners gain meaningful workplace experience aligned to programme objectives.
• Support learners to develop essential skills in English, maths, health & safety, technical understanding, and professional behaviours.
• Maintain high standards of quality assurance through active participation in standardisation, moderation, and team meetings.
• Promote a positive learning environment that reflects real world aerospace processes, tooling, and safe systems of work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the department through CPD, innovation, and reflective practice.
What You Will Need
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths
• A Level 2 or 3 qualification in Aerospace Engineering or related discipline related subject (or equivalent)
• A teaching qualification or willingness to achieve one
• Practical motor vehicle industry experience
• Ability to manage workload and stay organised in a busy, dynamic environment
Why Work With Us? – Your Benefits Package
Our staff enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support wellbeing, work life balance, and long term stability:
• 40 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown
• Excellent Local Government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wightlink travel discounts
• Discounted Hair & Beauty treatments
• Free on site gym access
• Free parking
• On site Starbucks & restaurant
• Eye Care Scheme, Kaarp Benefits, and enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Sickness Schemes
• Free counselling and wellbeing support
• Regular CPD days, coaching, and staff development opportunities
• Wellbeing events and activities
How to apply:
To join us here at The Isle of Wight College hit ‘Apply’ now! You can also forward your CV to [email protected]
The Isle of Wight College is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to provide high-quality education and fosters a culture of mutual respect and understanding. Join us in our mission to promote equality and inclusivity in education.
Please be aware that the Isle of Wight College may close the vacancy earlier than anticipated if a sufficient number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your CV promptly.
The Isle of Wight College is a Disability Confidential Employer.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. This is to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. The Isle of Wight College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Isle of Wight College
Here at the Isle of Wight College, we are not just an educational institution; we are a cornerstone of the community on the beautiful Isle of Wight. With a legacy of excellence dating back to 1951, our college has flourished into a modern beacon of learning, inclusivity, and innovation. Recognised as 'Good' by Ofsted and holding the prestigious Beacon College status, we are committed to providing first-class facilities and teaching. Our campus in Newport is a hub of activity and growth, and our facility at Whippingham is renowned Centre of Excellence for Composites, Advanced Manufacturing, and Marine (CECAMM). As part of the South Coast Institute of Technology, we are at the forefront of delivering industry-driven courses that address skills gaps and contribute to the economic growth of the region. We are proud of our amazing team of staff who are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive and dynamic learning environment. As we continue to expand with new builds and state-of-the-art facilities, we invite you to become part of our journey in shaping the future of education and the community we serve here on the Island. Discover a fulfilling career at the Isle of Wight College, where your work will have a lasting impact on the lives of our students and the vibrancy of our island.
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