Teacher - Motor Vehicle

About The Role

Leeds City College is seeking dynamic, self‑motivated Motor Vehicle Teachers to join our expanding team at the Printworks Campus. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a growing curriculum area that boasts a strong track record of learner success and achievement.

As an experienced automotive educator or a skilled technician looking to transition into teaching, you will deliver high‑quality training across all modes of attendance from Level 1 up to Level 3.

You will teach a diverse range of students across the following programmes:

• 16–18‑year‑old Study Programmes
• Adult learners (19+) on Study Programmes
• Apprenticeships
• School / Pathways Groups

Your primary focus will be to provide an excellent learning experience, ensuring that individual learners gain the essential skills required for further study, employment, or the successful completion of their apprenticeship.

Please note, a market supplement of £3,000 is available for this role dependant on experience.

• Prepare and deliver inspirational lessons across a range of Motor Vehicle Service and Repair courses, including modern Plug‑in Hybrid (PHEV) and Electric Vehicle (EV) technologies.
• Contribute to high standards of aspirational teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Enthuse, motivate, and mentor the young technicians of the future, fostering a true passion for the automotive industry.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records of learner progress, attendance, and achievements within the College.
• Bring drive, determination, and a desire to make a genuine difference to young people’s lives through education.

• You must hold a relevant Motor Vehicle qualification (or equivalent) OR have a minimum of 2 years of relevant industry/trade experience.
• You should hold a full teaching qualification, or be fully willing to work towards achieving one with the College's support.
• You must be digitally literate and confident using standard IT systems, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) to assist with course administration and learning resources.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively motivate, inspire, and engage diverse groups of learners.
• A strong team player with a flexible approach to working hours, as some evening work will be required alongside associated administrative tasks.
• Previous experience working with young people is highly advantageous.

Annual Leave

Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays

Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays

Pension Schemes With Generous Employer Contributions

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Local Government Pension Scheme

People’s Pension Scheme

CPD Opportunities

Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days.

Qualifications

Including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership And Management Courses.

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).

Travel and commuting

Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please learn more about our EDI objectives.