At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain workshops and support students in hands-on vehicle maintenance projects.
- Company: Join a supportive team in the automotive education sector.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous holidays, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Experience a balanced work-life with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by sharing your expertise with the next generation of technicians.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or above in Motor Vehicle/Automotive Technology required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Location: Salisbury
Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year
Are you passionate about the automotive industry and looking for a role where your skills are valued, your development is encouraged, and every day brings something different? Our client is seeking an Automotive Technician to help maintain our industry-standard workshops, vehicles, and equipment, ensuring students have the best possible environment to develop their practical skills. Whether you're looking to move away from the pressures of a commercial workshop or are ready to put your automotive qualifications to good use, this varied role offers the opportunity to share your expertise, support the next generation of technicians, and enjoy excellent work‑life balance, generous benefits, and a supportive team.
What We Offer
- Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to progress into higher‑graded roles
- Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
- Year‑Round Employment: No unpaid breaks between contracts
- Outstanding Benefits
- Local Government Pension Scheme - a strong, secure foundation for your future
- Generous Holiday Entitlement - 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 days paid bank holidays
- College closure and wellbeing days - including a 2-week paid Christmas closure
- Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support
- Free On‑Site Gyms - available across multiple campuses
- Lifestyle Discounts - savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure
- Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme - save money while staying active
- Professional Development - ongoing training and career progression opportunities
- Additional Perks - discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entry
What You’ll Do
- Maintain safe, organised, and fully equipped automotive workshops
- Support practical teaching sessions and hands‑on vehicle maintenance projects
- Assist students in developing confidence and essential motor vehicle skills
- Take pride in maintaining tools, equipment, and a professional workshop environment
What You’ll Bring
- NVQ Level 2 or above in Motor Vehicle / Automotive Technology (or a closely related qualification you’re keen to put into practice)
- Practical experience in vehicle servicing, diagnostics, repair, and maintenance
Why Choose This Path?
- Physically demanding daily workshop labour
- Long or unpredictable working hours
- Weekend shifts and job insecurity
- Pressure‑driven dealership environments
A role that keeps you hands‑on with the trade, while giving you more time for life outside work. If you’re ready for a more secure, balanced, and rewarding future in automotive education, we’d love to hear from you.
Safer Recruitment
Our client follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.
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