Engineering Trainer (Mechanical) in Oxford

MTC’s vision is to develop a training capability that embeds adaptable knowledge, skills and behaviours to future‑proof UK manufacturing. The Engineering Trainer role will manage and develop a comprehensive and innovative teaching and learning experience in practical and theoretical skills within current apprenticeship standards, delivering high quality technical training to small groups through face‑to‑face or online learning. The role also includes developing softer skills, providing constructive feedback and recording learning impact.

Key Activities

• Effective delivery of mechanical knowledge and practical subjects at levels 2, 3, HTC/HNC – L4, developing independent learners
• Practical delivery of Hand Fitting, Assembly, Turning, Milling and CNC programming/operating
• Enable apprentice progression toward successful completion
• Manage physical learning resources and teaching spaces to ensure training and assessment are achieved within the guided learning hours
• Create learning content and develop resources, schemes‑of‑work and assessment materials
• Identify and coordinate integration of relevant industry partner training offers into the apprenticeship scheme of work
• Monitor the learning environment
• Ensure learner workplace health, safety and welfare by working with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)

Communication

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Effective questioning technique
• Proficient in IT to communicate accurate and timely information
• Empathic to understand challenges and emotions
• Adaptable to work with diversity and individual needs

Innovation

• Strive to improve the technical training offering by developing new and interactive teaching methods
• Integrate the latest industry standards into the curriculum through internal and external relationships
• Be creative in supporting and developing apprentices
• Encourage apprentices to be curious and explore new ideas
• Encourage apprentices to think creatively, prototype solutions, and iterate
• Maintain professional development in knowledge and skills, staying informed on relevant health and safety practice, industry trends, and best practice that supports guidance for apprentices

Knowledge

• Strong background and experience of practical engineering (Mechanical / Electrical based, multi‑skilled preferred)
• Experience of Milling, Turning, CNC Programming / Manufacturing
• Understanding of assessment methods and techniques
• Understanding of End Point Assessment
• Understanding of Safeguarding and the Prevent Duty

Qualifications

• Level 3 Engineering qualification
• Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to gain one
• Recognised Assessor qualification or willingness to gain one (e.g., A1 or Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement)

Desirable

• Functional Skills Level 2 / GCSEs or equivalent in Maths and English (grade C or above)
• Recognised Quality Assurance qualification (e.g., V1 or Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice)
• Recognised coaching qualification
• Higher Education qualification (Level 4 or above) in an Engineering discipline

Vetting Checks

Learners’ safety and wellbeing is of paramount importance. Shortlisted candidates are subject to safer recruitment screening, including: employment history check, right to work check, identity check, two references, qualification check, industry prohibitions check, public online activity search and enhanced DBS with children’s barred list check. Successful applicants will complete safeguarding and Prevent training, maintain safeguarding culture, adhere to the Code of Conduct and support the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

About MTC

The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned research and development organisation that bridges academia and manufacturing. MTC engineers, scientists and technicians work with advanced manufacturing equipment to develop and demonstrate new technologies. The organisation supports businesses by advancing technological and engineering capabilities, improving efficiency and competitiveness. MTC’s facilities are located in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford and it is part of the UK’s High Value Manufacturing Catapult.