Teacher - Motor Vehicle in Leeds

Salary: Commencing at £31,916 with progression to £35,912 per annum, plus a market supplement of £3,000 depending on experience.

Working Hours: 37 hours.

City/Town: Leeds.

Closing Date: 30/06/2026.

Group Member: Leeds City College.

Campus: Printworks Campus.

Benefits:

• Annual leave: Curriculum and Management – 44 days plus bank holidays; Curriculum support and business support – 39 days plus bank holidays.
• Pension schemes with generous employer contributions: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme.
• CPD opportunities: Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days; Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About the Role:

Leeds City College is seeking dynamic, self‑motivated Motor Vehicle Teachers to join our expanding team at the Printworks Campus. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing curriculum area that boasts a strong track record of learner success and achievement. As an experienced automotive educator or a skilled technician looking to transition into teaching, you will deliver high‑quality training across all modes of attendance from Level 1 up to Level 3. Programmes you will teach include:

• 16–18‑year‑old Study Programmes
• Adult learners (19+) on Study Programmes
• School / Pathways Groups

Your primary focus will be to provide an excellent learning experience, ensuring that individual learners gain the essential skills required for further study, employment, or the successful completion of their apprenticeship.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare and deliver inspirational lessons across a range of Motor Vehicle Service and Repair courses, including modern Plug‑in Hybrid (PHEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV) technologies.
• Contribute to high standards of aspirational teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Enthuse, motivate, and mentor the young technicians of the future, fostering a true passion for the automotive industry.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of learner progress, attendance, and achievements within the College.
• Bring drive, determination, and a desire to make a genuine difference to young people’s lives through education.

About You:

• You must hold a relevant Motor Vehicle qualification (or equivalent) or have a minimum of 2 years of relevant industry/trade experience.
• You should hold a full teaching qualification, or be fully willing to work towards achieving one with the College’s support.
• You must be digitally literate and confident using standard IT systems, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) to assist with course administration and learning resources.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively motivate, inspire, and engage diverse groups of learners.
• A strong team player with a flexible approach to working hours, as some evening work will be required alongside associated administrative tasks.
• Previous experience working with young people is highly advantageous.

About Us:

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life‑changing. Our values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does. We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool.

Recruitment Agencies:

We do not accept unsolicited CVs and applications from agencies and will not be liable for any fee in connection with a candidate that has been submitted speculatively through any agency that has not been expressly instructed for a particular vacancy as part of our Preferred Supplier List.