Engineering Skills Trainer
Job Posted: 8 October 2025
- Contract Term: Permanent
- Location: Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Part time
- Salary: £24,828.55 - £25,640.00 per annum (£14,897.13 - £15,384.00 pro rata)
- Industries: Education Engineering
Engineering Skills Trainer – Build Futures, Spark Curiosity!
Location: Isle of Wight College, CECAMM
Part Time - 23.4 hours (0.6) | Permanent | Salary: £24,828.55 - £25,640.00 per annum (£14,897.13 - £15,384.00 pro rata)
Are you an engineering enthusiast who loves sharing knowledge, solving problems, and inspiring the next generation of makers and innovators?
If you can explain torque without twisting yourself in knots and think CAD is more than just a fancy drawing tool, we want you on our team!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Deliver hands-on, engaging lessons in engineering skills — from mechanical magic to electrical wizardry.
- Support learners aged 16+ to develop practical skills, confidence, and a love for engineering.
- Collaborate with a passionate team of tutors and technicians to create a dynamic learning environment.
- Keep up with industry trends and bring real-world relevance into the classroom.
What You’ll Bring:
- A strong background in engineering (mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled).
- Teaching experience is great — but if you’ve mentored apprentices or led training sessions, we’re listening!
- A teaching qualification (or willingness to get one — we’ll support you!).
- Enthusiasm, creativity, and a knack for making complex concepts click.
Why Join Us?
Employees at the Isle of Wight College enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that enhances their work-life balance and wellbeing. Staff are entitled to 30 days of annual leave in addition to bank holidays, and benefit from a Christmas Shutdown Holiday Allowance. The college offers an excellent pension scheme under the Local Government Scheme, providing long-term financial security.
For those keen on environmental sustainability and fitness, there’s a Cycle to Work Scheme. Employees also enjoy Wightlink discounts for travel, discounted treatments in the Hair and Beauty departments, and free access to the on-site gym. Convenience is provided with free onsite parking, and the campus boasts an on-site Starbucks & Restaurant for all your refreshment needs.
Health and wellbeing are taken seriously, with an Eye Care Scheme for Display Screen Equipment users, access to the Public Benefit Scheme (Kaarp), and additional Maternity/Adoption and Sickness Benefit Schemes. The college also provides Free Counselling and Wellbeing Support, ensuring employees have access to mental health resources.
Professional growth is encouraged through CPD days, offering opportunities for mentorship and coaching, including staff development days. The college also promotes a healthy work environment with Well-being days & activities, ensuring that staff wellbeing is a priority.
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.
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.
Ready to Engineer a Better Future?
Apply now and help shape the minds that will shape the world.
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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