- Annual Salary
- £35-36,000 dependent on skills and experience
- Location
- Stewartby, Bedfordshire
- Application Deadline
- Sunday, December 6, 2026
- About Calex
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About Us
Calex specialise 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 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.
To learn more about Calex, please visit our website at www.calexuk.com
- Job Summary
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We are looking for a qualified technician or ex-apprentice with at least 3-years’ experience in the automotive sector who is looking to step into the automotive training environment.
The successful candidate will work within the training team as trainee trainer, learning the skills and additional knowledge to become a qualified trainer to deliver Light Vehicle Level 2 and 3 Service Maintenance Technician apprenticeship, linked to the Mazda technician accreditation pathways and High Voltage journey.
We offer a very comprehensive training programme to take candidates through teacher training, assessment and the manufacturer technician accreditation programmes to ensure that they are well skilled in training delivery. You will also learn delivery techniques, vehicle and workshop set-up for lessons and assist curriculum and course design development for training and monitoring apprentices’ progression and provide reports to employers.
About the Apprenticeship Programme
The Mazda Apprenticeship Programme is delivered from the Mazda Academy in Stewartby. The training facility is equipped with all the latest equipment and manufacturer vehicles to provide a real-world environment for apprenticeship training development. The programme delivers 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 and competently.
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
- Work alongside other trainers and wider team to learn the art of delivery of courses and other manufacturer specific modules.
- Learn to facilitate engaging training in-line with Trainer Accreditation methodology and latest technology.
- Maintain quality, standardisation and application of training delivery to ensure that it meets the needs of the Apprentice Programme objectives.
- Prepare the academy learning environment and resources (including setting up the workshop vehicles with training faults).
- Learn to track, manage and coach apprentices 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 3 qualifications – combining attended and virtual classroom formats.
- Learn to produce off the job training reports for employers and managers.
- Assist in delivering quality induction sessions to all new technical apprentices joining the programme.
- Ensure all 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.
About You
- Qualified Technician at Level 3 (EHV certification desirable)
- Recent manufacturer workshop experience (desirable)
- Full Driving License
- Strong awareness of new technical innovation
- Be competent in using MS software packages
- Passion for training and development of others
- Motivated by their own professional development
- Self-motivated and a team player
Our Calex Core Values
We are looking for an individual who aligns with our company core values:
- Caring & Supportive
- Open & Honest
- Welcoming & Inclusive
- Collaborative & Inspiring
- Enjoyable & Rewarding
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Accountable & Reliable
- Healthy & Sustainable
To apply, please provide a full and up to date copy of your CV together with a covering letter detailing the knowledge, skills and behaviours that you feel make you suitable for this role.
Salary & Benefits: £35-36,000 dependant on skills & experience. Teaching qualification (AET Level 3) and ongoing professional development.
25 Days Annual Leave, Calex Employee Benefits Packages (Inc Private GP and Healthcare Services, High Street Discounts, Discounted Gym Memberships and on Demand 24 Hour Wellbeing Service (Counselling and Advice), Life Assurance, Pension, optional private Healthcare cover.
Contract: Permanent / Full Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday / 40 hours per week
Place of Work: Mazda Academy, Stewartby Bedfordshire
Pre-employment Checks: Calex will undertake the relevant/standard employment checks with any successful candidate. This includes contacting all nominated referees, 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). The nature of this role necessitates that we undertake a DBS check.
Employment: The successful candidate will be employed by Calex UK (www.calexuk.com).
Visa Sponsorship: Although Calex UK is on the register of Worker and Temporary Worker licensed sponsors, there is not an opportunity of sponsorship for this specific role.
Trainee Automotive Technical Trainer | Mazda employer: Calex Uk
Calex UK is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Coventry where innovation meets collaboration. Employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development, with ample opportunities for growth within the automotive sector, while being part of a supportive culture that values compliance and customer satisfaction at the highest levels. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a role that directly influences executive decision-making and enhances customer experiences.
