Job Description:
APPRENTICE ACADEMY TRAINER (ENGINEERING)
Location: Blackburn (with occasional travel to other UK sites)
Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)
Start Date: February 2026
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Engineering Trainer to support the development of the next generation of engineering and process technicians. This role will be based at a newly established training academy in Blackburn, created to deliver high-quality apprenticeship training programmes at Levels 2 and 3.
You will play a key role in delivering technical knowledge, supporting learner progression, and ensuring a positive, inclusive, and engaging training environment. Working alongside a supportive team of trainers and assessors, you will help shape future talent by mentoring apprentices and ensuring training meets national standards and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
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Deliver engineering training aligned to Level 2 and 3 apprenticeship standards.
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Design and develop lesson plans, schemes of work and learning resources.
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Coach and mentor apprentices to support engagement, motivation and successful completion.
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Carry out initial assessments, including recognition of prior learning.
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Monitor learner progress through reviews, assessments and feedback.
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Support functional skills development where required.
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Create an inclusive learning environment that supports equality, diversity and individual needs.
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Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and a positive learning culture.
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Maintain safe working practices in line with Health & Safety legislation.
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Participate in internal quality assurance and compliance processes.
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Engage in continuous professional development and keep training knowledge up to date.
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Represent the academy at events such as school engagement activities, careers fairs and STEM initiatives.
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Travel occasionally to support delivery at other academy locations.
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Undertake other duties appropriate to the role.
Person Specification
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Relevant engineering qualification (or willingness to work towards Level 2 and 3).
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Training, teaching or coaching experience desirable but not essential.
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Enthusiastic about developing apprentices and acting as a positive role model.
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Good IT skills.
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Flexible approach to work, with willingness to travel and a full UK driving licence.
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Commitment to CPD, including teaching/assessor qualifications, safeguarding and first aid.
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Willingness to undergo a DBS check and provide two work-related references.
What We Offer
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A supportive and collaborative training environment.
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Funded qualifications and ongoing professional development opportunities.
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The opportunity to shape future engineering talent.
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A varied role combining teaching, mentoring and programme development.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with engineering experience who is passionate about developing others and contributing to a growing apprenticeship academy.
Ref: INDP
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Experience:
APPRENTICE ACADEMY TRAINER (ENGINEERING): 2 years (required)
training or coaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
