Aviation Tutor

Aviation Tutor (x2)

Central Bedfordshire College invites applications for two Aviation Tutor positions in Engineering, based at Shuttleworth College – Old Warden.

Position Details

• Location: Shuttleworth College – Old Warden
• Contract: Permanent – Full Time
• Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
• Salary: £29,870 to £39,696 per annum (DOE and Qualifications) plus a salary uplift of up to £10,000 for the right candidate
• Annual leave: 27 days plus bank holidays, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts
• Right to work in the UK required (no sponsorship)

Responsibilities

• Programme Delivery & Assessment – design and deliver engaging aviation apprenticeship content using diverse instructional techniques, assess knowledge, skills, and behaviours to support learner success and EPA readiness.
• Workshop & Technical Training – lead practical training in aerospace engineering disciplines, including hand fitting, sheet metal work and mechanical fasteners, while promoting health and safety and industry standards.
• Curriculum & Quality Assurance – develop lesson plans and schemes of work, contribute to SAR and audits, and support internal quality processes to maintain high programme standards.
• Learner Support & Engagement – conduct progress reviews, support induction and skills scans, and foster learner participation through mentoring, RAG rating contributions and involvement in team activities.
• Compliance & Professional Development – uphold safeguarding, EDI and health and safety policies, engage in CPD and maintain industry knowledge to ensure relevant and professional delivery across all locations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold assessor awards (D32/33, A1/A2, TAQA or Level 3 Award) and completed a time‑served aviation apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Relevant aerospace industry experience in MRO environments.
• In‑depth knowledge of aircraft maintenance, structural competencies and fundamental engineering skills including hand fitting, fasteners and sheet‑metal work.
• Strong communication, organisation and problem‑solving abilities with capacity to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Passionate about developing others, contributes to a supportive learning environment and works collaboratively with staff and students while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Alignment with organisational values, promotion of safeguarding & EDI, flexibility and commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Organisational Values

• Valuing Teamwork – we are one team who, by working together, can achieve great things.
• Improving Continuously – we challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – we consider students in all of our decision‑making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences.
• Inclusive – we celebrate differences and diversity and recognise that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – we care about the well‑being of our staff, our students, our community and wider society.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – we promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group is the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College. It comprises Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College, Tresham College, Shuttleworth College and several Sixth Forms and community‑based learning centres.

Recruitment Information

Interviews will be held at a date to be confirmed. Successful candidates must demonstrate alignment to our VISION values. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The candidate will be subject to thorough vetting, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Individuals barred from working with children are reminded that it is a criminal offence to apply.

Apply now at Central Bedfordshire College’s website.