Warehousing and FLT Tutor in Newcastle upon Tyne

Location: Newcastle

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Job Type: Full Time

Hours: Monday to Friday

Department: Training Delivery

About Momentum Training

Momentum Training is a leading independent training provider delivering government-funded training programmes, Skills Bootcamps and employability programmes across the UK. We are committed to helping individuals develop the practical skills, qualifications and confidence required to progress into sustainable employment.

Due to continued growth in the North East, we are looking for an experienced and motivated Warehousing & FLT Instructor to join our Newcastle training centre. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional and qualified instructor who is passionate about delivering high-quality training and supporting learners to achieve industry-recognised qualifications.

The Role

As a Warehousing & FLT Instructor, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, practical and high-quality training across warehousing, logistics and forklift truck operations. You will work with learners from a range of backgrounds, supporting them to develop the practical skills, knowledge and confidence required to progress into employment within the logistics and warehousing sector. The successful candidate will combine strong industry knowledge with excellent teaching and communication skills and will be confident delivering both classroom-based and practical training.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality warehousing, logistics and FLT training to learners in line with awarding organisation and funding requirements.
• Deliver practical forklift truck training and assessment in a safe and professional environment.
• Deliver relevant warehouse and logistics theory, including workplace health and safety, manual handling, stock control and warehouse operations.
• Plan and prepare effective lessons, practical activities and learning materials.
• Assess learner knowledge and practical competence accurately and consistently.
• Provide constructive feedback and support learners to achieve their qualifications.
• Maintain accurate learner records, assessment documentation and training records.
• Ensure all training and assessment activity meets required quality, compliance and safeguarding standards.
• Maintain a safe training environment and ensure appropriate health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
• Support learners with different abilities and learning needs, adapting delivery where appropriate.
• Monitor learner progress and identify any additional support requirements.
• Work closely with the Learner Engagement and wider centre team to support learner attendance, retention and progression.
• Contribute to learner progression by helping learners understand employment opportunities within warehousing and logistics.
• Support employer engagement activities, recruitment events and learner interviews where required.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry practices, legislation and relevant training standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of training delivery and learner experience.
• Represent Momentum Training professionally at all times.

Essential Requirements

The successful candidate must hold a recognised teaching or training qualification and a current, in-date FLT Instructor qualification, such as RTITB or LANTRA accreditation. You will have strong practical experience within warehousing, logistics or materials handling and demonstrable experience operating and training others on forklift trucks. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with learners and colleagues. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential, particularly when completing assessment and compliance documentation. You must be confident delivering practical training and working with learners from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. A strong understanding of workplace health and safety within warehouse and logistics environments is essential.

Desirable Experience

Experience delivering government-funded training, Skills Bootcamps or employability programmes would be advantageous. Experience working with PICS or a similar learner management system would be beneficial. Experience delivering qualifications or training within a further education, adult education or commercial training environment would also be desirable. Additional warehouse, logistics, FLT or vocational teaching qualifications would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for an enthusiastic and professional instructor who takes pride in delivering high-quality training and supporting learners to succeed. The successful candidate will be patient, approachable and confident when working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds. You will be organised, reliable and proactive, with the ability to manage your own workload while working effectively as part of a wider training team. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and genuine passion for helping people develop their skills and progress into employment are essential.

What We Offer

Momentum Training offers a competitive salary of £30,000 per annum and a full-time Monday to Friday working pattern. You will have access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities and will work within a supportive and collaborative team environment. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing training provider and play a key role in developing the next generation of skilled warehouse and logistics professionals across the North East.

Equality, Diversity and Safeguarding

Momentum Training is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate pre-employment checks, including a DBS check where applicable.