Skills Coach

New College Swindon • Full-time • Swindon • 1h ago

Do you have industry experience in engineering and a passion for developing the next generation of engineers?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with apprentices in the workplace, supporting them to develop their skills, achieve their qualifications and progress into successful engineering careers. You’ll play a key role in assessing competence, providing feedback and ensuring high industry standards are met.

What you’ll do:

Assess apprentices in the workplace against qualification standards
Support learners to develop their knowledge, skills and behaviours
Provide clear, constructive feedback to support progress
Monitor and track learner progress to ensure timely achievement
Work closely with employers to support apprentice development
Maintain accurate assessment records and documentation
Ensure compliance with awarding body and quality standards

What we’re looking for:

Assess engineering apprenticeship standards, including Machining, Mechatronics, and Engineering Technician, ensuring learners meet required competencies and industry standards.
Utilise Smart Assessor to effectively track progress, upload portfolios, and maintain accurate learner records in line with awarding body and compliance requirements.
Hold a relevant engineering qualification (Level 3 or above), demonstrating strong technical knowledge across engineering disciplines.
Possess a recognised assessor qualification (essential), ensuring high-quality and compliant assessment practice.
Demonstrate strong communication and organisational skills, enabling effective planning, feedback delivery, and documentation management.
Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with learners and employers, supporting engagement and successful programme outcomes.
Adopt a proactive and supportive approach to learner development, providing guidance, coaching, and constructive feedback to help individuals achieve their full potential.
Hold a full driving licence with willingness to travel, supporting on-site workplace assessments and employer visits.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK. Please note, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Safeguarding Statement

New College Swindon is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. References will be sought on shortlisted candidates before interview and by agreement.