Lecturer in Motor Vehicle (Truro and Penwith)

We\’re one of the UK\’s top-performing colleges and proud to be the National Apprenticeship Provider of the Year 2025. Our Occupational team delivers high-quality courses and apprenticeships across multiple trades, and we\’re now looking for a Motor Vehicle Lecturer to join us.

Responsibilities

• Teach level 1 and level 2 full‑time students studying the IMI Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance.
• Teach light‑vehicle apprentices up to level 3 and support industry training such as MOT Tester and Electric Vehicle (Level 3/4).
• Provide high‑quality teaching and maintain excellent working relationships within the automotive team.
• Manage a tutor group (responsibilities and support).

Qualifications

• Recognised trade qualifications in motor vehicle.
• High standards of teaching; ideally hold a relevant teaching qualification.
• Commitment to delivering an outstanding learning experience and flexible across courses.
• Willingness to complete initial teacher training if no prior teaching experience.

Benefits and Salary

• Salary as advertised on the qualified lecturer scale; non‑qualified applicants considered on the non‑qualified lecturer scale.
• 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays and college closure days.
• Teacher pension scheme.
• Relocation package.
• Free on‑site parking and a variety of on‑site benefits and discounts.

Application Process

• Closing date: 5pm, Monday 5 January 2026.
• Curriculum Vitae are not accepted; Application Forms only.
• Successful candidates will be notified within four weeks of the closing date.
• We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• All applicants must be willing to undergo a Criminal Record (DBS) check and past employment checks.

Truro & Penwith College is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.