Training Coordinator – Mechanical Engineering
Role: Training Coordinator – Mechanical Engineering. Location: Tresham College – Corby Campus. Salary: £33,048 – £41,085 per annum (DOE and Qualifications). Benefits: 35 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, Teacher’s pension, Retail and Leisure discounts, professional development opportunities, access to college courses. Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year. Contract Type: Permanent – Full time. Right to Work: UK only; no sponsorship.
About the role
We are seeking a Training Coordinator in Mechanical Engineering for our Apprenticeships department at The Bedford College Group.
Responsibilities
- Apprenticeship Delivery & Mechanical Engineering Support – support apprentices through induction, training, assessment and development of knowledge, skills and behaviours.
- Workplace Assessment, Coaching & Progress Tracking – conduct regular reviews, set SMART targets, provide coaching and mentoring to ensure timely progression and successful completion of apprenticeships.
- Employer Engagement & Stakeholder Collaboration – build relationships with employers, tutors and support teams, ensuring effective communication and alignment of training with industry needs.
- Quality Assurance, Compliance & Documentation – maintain accurate e‑portfolio records, ensure compliance with funding rules and awarding body requirements, contribute to internal and external quality assurance processes.
- Professional Practice, Health & Safety & Continuous Development – promote safe working practices, support learner wellbeing, engage in CPD and uphold safeguarding, EDI and College standards.
Qualifications & Skills
- Qualifications & Mechanical Engineering Expertise – GCSEs (Level 2) with a Level 3 Engineering qualification, supported by recent industry experience and strong knowledge of mechanical systems and disciplines.
- Technical Skills & Practical Application – hands‑on expertise in mechanical maintenance, fitting and assembly, hydraulics and pneumatics, and interpreting technical drawings.
- Apprenticeship Support & Stakeholder Engagement – ability to manage caseloads, communicate effectively with learners, employers and stakeholders, and support apprentices to achieve successful outcomes.
- Organisation, Initiative & Performance Delivery – highly organised, proactive, able to manage workload independently, meet targets and ensure consistent learner engagement and progress.
- Professional Values, CPD & Flexibility – passionate about engineering and developing future talent, committed to equality, continuous professional development and flexible working across multiple locations.
Additional Information
Interviews to be held: TBC. Successful candidates must align with our organisational VISION values: Teamwork, Continuous improvement, Student‑centred, Inclusive, Open and caring, Nurturing education excellence.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students each year. It comprises a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire offering a range of courses and specialist programmes.
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