Apprentice accademy trainer (Engineering)

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 * Deliver engineering training aligned to Level 2 and 3 apprenticeship standards. * Design and develop lesson plans, schemes of work and learning resources. * Coach and mentor apprentices to support engagement, motivation and successful completion. * Carry out initial assessments, including recognition of prior learning. * Monitor learner progress through reviews, assessments and feedback. * Support functional skills development where required. * Create an inclusive learning environment that supports equality, diversity and individual needs. * Promote safeguarding, wellbeing and a positive learning culture. * Maintain safe working practices in line with Health & Safety legislation. * Participate in internal quality assurance and compliance processes. * Engage in continuous professional development and keep training knowledge up to date. * Represent the academy at events such as school engagement activities, careers fairs and STEM initiatives. * Travel occasionally to support delivery at other academy locations. * Undertake other duties appropriate to the role. Person Specification * Relevant engineering qualification (or willingness to work towards Level 2 and 3). * Training, teaching or coaching experience desirable but not essential. * Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Enthusiastic about developing apprentices and acting as a positive role model. * Good IT skills. * Flexible approach to work, with willingness to travel and a full UK driving licence. * Commitment to CPD, including teaching/assessor qualifications, safeguarding and first aid. * Willingness to undergo a DBS check and provide two work-related references. What We Offer * A supportive and collaborative training environment. * Funded qualifications and ongoing professional development opportunities. * The opportunity to shape future engineering talent. * 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