Teacher – Motor Vehicle, Leeds

Company: Leeds City College
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Location: Leeds
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Job Title: Teacher – Motor VehicleSalary: Commencing at 31,916 with progression to 35,912 per annum, plus a market supplement of 3,000 dependant on experienceClosing Date: 2026-07-16About 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:

  • 1618-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.

What You Will Do

  • 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 peoples lives through education.

About You

  • 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.

Benefits

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

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
Peoples 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.

About UsLeeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City Colleges values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. Youll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.SAFEGUARDINGAt Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. 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.EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSIONOur commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Groups values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity andinclusion 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. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us pleaseClick here to learn more about our EDI objectives.RECRUITMENT AGENCIESWe kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward anyunsolicited CVsin relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies we will get in touch with agencies directly.

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Posted: July 2nd, 2026