Vocational Instructor (Plant Mechanics)

• Delivering engaging theory and practical training sessions to apprentice and commercial learners
• Maintaining industry standards and ensuring a safe learning environment
• Contributing to curriculum development and continuous improvement
• Supporting learners through assessments and qualifications

CITB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. Candidates must be willing to undergo the requisite pre-employment vetting checks and procedures, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. An enhanced DBS with child barring check is required for this post.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, and warnings, including those that are spent, unless they are protected under current DBS filtering rules.

Are you an experienced Plant Mechanic ready for a new challenge? Share your skills, shape the future, and make a real difference by training the next generation of plant professionals.

• Relevant experience in the construction industry and excellent knowledge of current industry practices
• Minimum of Level 3 teaching qualification (or commitment to achieve within one year of commencing role)
• Specialist licence to practice qualifications relevant to the role
• Minimum of Level 3 (or equivalent) vocational qualification directly related to the role

Safer Recruitment

£47,973 per annum

Join our expert training team at the National Construction College East, Bircham Newton, as a Vocational Instructor. Turn your industry experience into a rewarding teaching career – no teaching qualification required to start, just your passion and expertise.

• Free onsite gym
• Free onsite parking — No meters, no stress
• Employee Assistance Programme — because your wellbeing matters
• Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
• Subsidised Costa Coffee on site
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• 2 paid volunteering days per year
• Assessor Awards (or commitment to achieve within one year of commencing)
• Free onsite lunch — Yes, every day!
• All PPE provided — Fully kitted out, ready to teach
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 3 additional days Christmas shutdown
• Professional development & funded training qualifications