Vocational Instructor

This Vocational Instructor post sits in the Education Team at the Skills Academy of Kibble Education and Care Centre, working with young people who have experienced trauma. Hands-on teaching in horticulture, construction, mechanics or sustainability, with lessons adapted to individual needs and progress recorded. It is a 37-hour week, with Safe Crisis Management training to complete within four weeks of starting.

Experience of youth training and a full driving licence are essential, and GTCS registration is not.

• Deliver high-quality instruction in your specialist area, such as horticulture, construction, mechanics, sustainability or enterprise
• Inspire young people through practical, hands‑on vocational learning
• Adapt learning to individual needs, supporting engagement and achievement
• Prepare and deliver qualification work and resource materials, and assess, record and report on progress
• Support young people to build confidence, independence and transferable skills for future pathways
• Support the development of positive work behaviours, employability skills and resilience
• Maintain and promote high standards of health and safety, and safeguard young people and staff
• Contribute to wider Skills Academy projects and initiatives, including enterprise and community activities
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide a consistent, supportive learning environment
• Carry out any other reasonable duties required by the Skills Academy management team

• Relevant qualifications in your own discipline, such as horticulture, construction or mechanics

• Experience delivering vocational training or practical skills
• Experience in youth training and working with young people

• Excellent communication skills
• Competent in Microsoft Office

• PVG Scheme membership
• Full driving licence and willingness to drive school transport

• Fitness to take part fully in Safe Crisis Management training

• GTCS registration
• Clear commitment to continuing professional development, such as studying towards a qualification relating to additional support needs

• Further training, job variety and funded study
• Contribution towards dental treatment, new glasses and contact lenses
• Money off shopping and events through Blue Light Card, Costco and other partners
• Childcare discounts at Puddle Lane children's nursery
• Immediate access to confidential counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Generous holidays