Trainer/assessor (Automotive)
Apprenticeships
Location: Any Campus
Salary: £31,375 to £34,288 per annum
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Thursday 19 March 2026
Reference: 0107-26
About Education Partnership North East (EPNE)
At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.
Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve.
We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make” represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth.
Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action-orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now.
Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding
Our Journey & Values
As an employer, we prioritise cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.
Taking Teaching Further & Additional Incentives
If you’re making the move into further education teaching, you may be eligible for the Taking Teaching Further (TTF) programme a funded route to help industry professionals retrain as FE teachers.
In addition, for roles in high-need subjects or regions you may also benefit from the government’s targeted retention incentive (formerly “levelling-up premium”) payments, worth up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years and teaching certain shortage subjects.
Please note eligibility for both TTF and the Targeted Retention Incentive varies by role, subject area and provider, they do not apply to every vacancy.
Find out more about both initiatives through the links below.
Taking Teaching Further - Taking Teaching FurtherTargeted Retention Incentive - Targeted Retention Incentive
About The Candidate
The Apprenticeship Directorate is looking for a Trainer/Assessor for Automotive. This role will work with a cohort of Level 2 and Level 3 apprentices and their employers, conducting progress reviews, training and assessing on the competency elements of the apprenticeship and being the main point of contact. Applicants for this post should have drive, enthusiasm, possess excellent interpersonal, I.T. and organisational skills and be mobile throughout the northeast region as this role involves travelling to employer premises and working across college sites.
As a Trainer/Assessor you will be the one that nurtures and supports apprentices through those first steps into the automotive industry, equipping them with the skills, knowledge and behaviours required.
About The Role
To work with first- and second-year level 2 apprentices, and slightly more experienced level 3 apprentices and support them through until the achievement of their apprenticeship. You will join a provision that has achieved higher than national average achievement rates. What learning or career development opportunities exist within the role? We are always open to staff development and our new Wansbeck facility will provide opportunities around EV and Hybrid vehicles. You will work in our state-of-the-art Wansbeck academy. This will simulate real-life, hands-on experience of tasks in the Automotive industry.
Role Responsibilities
To coach apprentices on a one-to-one basis and support the development of the skills, knowledge and behaviours as defined within the relevant apprenticeship.To monitor and assess the progress of Apprentices.To ensure compliance with the end-to-end Apprenticeship journey and the requirements of the appropriate standard/framework, funding body, awarding organisations and the college.To design, develop and deliver workshop training sessions in the workplace and/or on a college campus as part of off-the-job training for Apprentices.To support the Apprenticeship Operations Manager in implementing quality assurance and quality improvement processes.
Qualifications
You must either hold, or be willing to work towards;
A1 or TAQA 301-3 Assessor AwardAppropriate degree or equivalent/relevant vocational qualification at level 3 or above
Essential Skills & Experience
Experience of successfully delivering apprenticeships in the occupational sectorSuccessful, relevant and current experience of motor vehicle repair and maintenance in the Automotive sector.
What’s in it for you?
Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritises your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%) Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more. We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans. Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.Free parking on most campuses.Free Gym access available at Bede Campus
Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
Please contact Stephen Wallbank stephen.wallbank@sunderlandcollege.ac.uk should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.
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