Automotive Learning Coach
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Winsford |
| Area | Cheshire, EnglandHybrid, Choose Job Type |
| Sector | Assessors/Coaches/Trainers/TutorsAssessors/Coaches/Trainers/Tutors - Motor Vehicle |
| Salary | £35,459 – £39,459 + £3,000+ car allowance |
| Start Date | |
| Advertiser | National Skills Agency |
| Consultant Email | info@nationalskillsagency.co.uk |
| Telephone | 020 3953 1984 |
| Job Ref | JS/ALC |
- Description
Job Title: Automotive Learning Coach
Location: Winsford, UK (On-site with hybrid working)
Salary: £35,459 – £39,459 + £3,000+ car allowanceOverview
Our client is looking for an Automotive Learning Coach with strong engineering understanding of heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and trailers to support a cohort of approximately 40 apprentices. The role is based primarily on-site in Winsford, with elements of hybrid working.
The successful Automotive Learning Coach will deliver high-quality learning, coaching, and development support to apprentices undertaking heavy vehicle manufacturing, maintenance, and broader engineering competencies, including trailer systems.
Prior experience in education / teaching is required – assessor and teaching qual ideal but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver coaching, mentoring, and on-site support to apprentices in heavy vehicle and trailer engineering
- Support learners working towards qualifications aligned to Bus and Coach EngineeringTechnician and Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician standards (Skills England)
- Provide structured learning guidance in both practical workshop and theoretical environments
- Monitor learner progress, set development plans, and support achievement of apprenticeship milestones
- Work closely with employers, assessors, and internal teams to ensure training quality and compliance
- Maintain accurate learner records, tracking progress and performance
- Support learners with technical understanding of vehicle systems, diagnostics, repair, and maintenance
- Promote safe working practices and industry compliance standards
Candidate Requirements
- Strong technical background in heavy vehicle (HGV) and/or trailer engineering
- Good understanding of automotive manufacturing, servicing, and maintenance principles
- Experience working with apprentices or learners in a training, coaching, or mentoring capacity
- Teaching or education experience required (assessor and teaching qualifications desirable but not essential)
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to learners at different stages
- Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
- Full UK driving licence preferred
Desirable Qualifications
- Assessor qualification (e.g. CAVA, TAQA or equivalent)
- Teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent)
- Industry-recognised automotive/heavy vehicle qualifications
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to work with a leading training provider and support the next generation of HGV engineers
- Hybrid working arrangement with a strong on-site delivery focus
- Professional development and progression opportunities
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