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Job description

Growing demand for our Vehicle Maintenance and Repair apprenticeship programmes has created an exciting opportunity for an additional Automotive Trainer to join our team at Transport Training Services, Nutts Corner, Crumlin, County Antrim. Transport Training Services is the trading name of the Transport Training Board for Northern Ireland. We are the largest provider of automotive apprenticeship training in Northern Ireland, supporting over 350 apprentices and maintaining strong partnerships with employers across the industry for almost 60 years. As our organisation continues to grow, we are seeking an Automotive Trainer with experience in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair to help develop the next generation of skilled technicians. This is an opportunity to move from the workshop into a rewarding role where you can pass on your knowledge and experience while helping shape future careers. Our apprentices attend our specialist training centre on a block-release programme, completing one week of off-the-job training every eight weeks before returning to their employer for seven weeks to apply and develop their skills in the workplace. This cycle continues throughout the three-year apprenticeship, allowing trainers to combine practical instruction with classroom-based learning and mentoring. We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for the automotive industry and for developing people. Ideally, you will have at least five years' post-qualification experience in the trade, excellent practical skills, and the ability to inspire and support apprentices as they build confidence and competence in their chosen profession. Joining Transport Training Services means becoming part of a dynamic, forward-looking organisation with a reputation for excellence in apprenticeship delivery. You'll work alongside an experienced team in modern training facilities, contribute to the continued growth of Northern Ireland's automotive sector, and play a key role in preparing apprentices for successful careers in the industry. The post-holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of Automotive Trainers and play an active role in the education and training of apprentices and other learners within all curricular areas.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Automotive Trainer by:
• Delivery of apprenticeship training programmes.
• Assessment of apprentice activities in the workplace.
• Reporting on apprentice progress for milestone claims.
• Researching and developing specialist automotive training to be provided in the automotive sector in Northern Ireland and beyond.
• To deliver lessons to an assigned cohort of apprentices within heavy and/or light vehicle maintenance and repair in the classroom setting or via our online learning platform.
• To communicate with external organisations to ensure the effective and efficient operation of provision, including the monitoring of learners in the working environment and liaison with employers.
• To assist in the development, delivery and review of automotive training courses.
• To assist in the development, delivery and review of specialist automotive training courses.
• To develop learning resources for use in classroom delivery and remote learning.
• To act as the class tutor and/or learning support tutor for groups of learners.
• To provide assessments of learners in heavy and light vehicle sectors.
• To prepare learner assessment schedules and profiles.
• To undertake assessments of VRQ and VCQ competence in the workplace, training centre and any other necessary locations.
• To work within and promote the principles set out in the Health and Safety Policy.
• To participate in the ongoing Health and Safety Risk Assessment of processes carried out within TTS Training Centre and off-site automotive training.
• To ensure compliance with TTS’s Health and Safety Policy and procedures within your area of work.
• To ensure a safe, secure and healthy working environment for learners, employees and visitors to Transport Training Services (NI) Ltd.
• To promote good practice regarding Health and Safety for apprentices and other learners.
• To liaise with the Lead Automotive Trainer, IMI Centre Coordinator and Lead IQA to ensure all aspects of IMI qualifications quality assurance are adhered to.
• To operate within the quality systems of Transport Training Services and conform to quality assurance and improvement processes and activities.
• To assist the Careers Development Officer in the recruitment of learners to Transport Training Services.
• To actively contribute to other areas of Transport Training Services work, business development and curriculum.
• To comply with TTS organisational policies and procedures.
• To undertake other duties and responsibilities necessitated by the overall business objectives of Transport Training Services and consistent with the overall job role.
• To undertake continuous professional development and to participate in related professional networks.
• To contribute to other areas of the Transport Training Services (NI) Ltd work and curriculum, as appropriate to the post holder’s experience and qualifications.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Since the post-holder will have responsibility for teaching on apprenticeship programmes, you must, as a minimum, hold the Ulster University Certificate in Teaching (Level 4) as recognised by the Department for the Economy for those teaching in FE.
• An NVQ or VCQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) and a minimum of five years’ (within the last seven years) post-apprenticeship experience in Light Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Grade A to C at GCSE Level in English Language, Essential Skills Level 2 in Literacy, or an equivalent qualification.
• Grade A - C at GCSE Level in Mathematics, Essential Skills Level 2 in Numeracy, or an equivalent qualification.
• Have knowledge of recent developments and current vehicle technology.
• Have knowledge of Vocational Competence Qualifications (VCQs), assessment procedures and relevant documentation.
• Have at least 1 year of experience in supporting the development and learning of others.
• Be highly motivated.
• Possess the ability to work as part of a team.
• IT literacy especially in Microsoft Office applications with the ability to create presentations.
• Proficiency in the use of Zoom/Microsoft Teams or other web-based video conferencing applications as a host/presenter.
• A full current, clean car driving licence which enables you to drive in Northern Ireland.

Desirable Skills

• Hold a qualification and/or experience as a Motor Vehicle Instructor.
• Hold an IMI Level 5 Diploma in Automotive Management.
• Have demonstratable skills in developing online learning resources.
• Have 5 years post qualifying experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy/light vehicles.
• Have an A1 Vocational Assessor Award or equivalent.
• Have a V1 Internal Verifier Award.
• Have IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification.
• Have workplace first aider qualification.
• Have an HGV/PCV licence.

Further Information

We reserve the right to apply elements of the desirable criteria in order to shortlist candidates for interview. All applicants must clearly demonstrate with examples in their CV how they meet the above criteria and where appropriate describe the length of that experience in years & months. If applicants have a qualification which they feel is equivalent, they must clearly note this on their CV e.g. Essential Skills Level 2 Communication ‘equivalent to’ GCSE English Language (Grade A-C). Transport Training Services (NI) Ltd will verify all claims for equivalent qualifications.