Mechanical Engineering Training Officer

Location: Greater Manchester

Our client, a well-established training provider in the North West, is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Training Officer to support apprentices throughout their learning journey. This permanent role involves delivering high-quality teaching, assessment and mentoring, helping learners develop the technical skills, knowledge and behaviours required to complete their engineering apprenticeship and progress into employment.

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging engineering teaching, workshops and one-to-one support in-centre and in the workplace
Support learners from initial assessment through to gateway and End Point Assessment (EPA)
Plan and deliver schemes of work, lesson plans and relevant learning resources
Assess learners' skills, knowledge and behaviours in line with apprenticeship standards
Mark work and provide constructive feedback to support learner improvement
Embed and assess Functional Skills where appropriate
Prepare learners for examinations, mock assessments and EPA
Carry out regular learner and employer reviews, maintaining accurate training plans and learner records using One File

Employer and Learner Engagement:

Liaise with employers to understand apprenticeship and training requirements
Coordinate off-the-job training with workshop tutors
Build strong relationships with employers and maintain engagement throughout each programme
Provide effective Information, Advice and Guidance during and at the end of the apprenticeship

Quality, Safeguarding and Compliance:

Deliver learner inductions covering assessment, quality assurance, EPA, equality and health and safety
Monitor learner progress, retention and motivation, implementing appropriate interventions when required
Work closely with the Quality team and respond effectively to IQA and Ofsted feedback
Promote equality, diversity and inclusivity, safeguarding, Prevent, British Values, online safety and wellbeing
Maintain continuing professional development and attend standardisation meetings

Job Requirements:

Occupational competence in engineering at a minimum of Level 3

Experience of supporting apprentices or learners in an engineering or training environment
Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and Functional Skills
Strong communication, organisation and mentoring skills
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting a safe, inclusive learning environment
Understanding of assessment, quality assurance and learner progress monitoring
An assessor qualification is desirable, with teaching or internal quality assurance experience advantageous

Experience of curriculum design or Ofsted inspections would be beneficial

Benefits:

Permanent opportunity within an established engineering training environment
Opportunity to inspire and support the next generation of engineers
Varied teaching, assessment and employer engagement responsibilities
Ongoing professional development and continuing professional development opportunities
Collaborative working with tutors, employers and quality professionals
Applications are welcomed from enthusiastic engineering professionals who are passionate about training, assessment and learner success. Apply now to help develop the next generation of skilled engineers