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Overview

We are currently looking to recruit an Engineering Trainer with a specialism within CNC Machining to be part of the AMRC Training Centre Team. As an Engineering Trainer, you will be responsible for the curriculum development, delivery and assessment of the Engineering Training in Manual/CNC Machining/Hand Fitting for both the apprenticeship and technical pathways.

You will join the delivery team and will be responsible for the workshop-based training delivery of the Engineering Levels 3 through to 6 of the apprenticeship programme. You will be required to deliver teaching, learning and assessment to high quality standards.

You will have a Minimum Level 3 qualification in an engineering discipline, (BTEC/NVQ/C&G/HNC) and relevant trade/industrial experience. You may already be a qualified Trainer, holding appropriate assessor/verifier qualifications. However, if you have the appropriate industrial experience, knowledge and skills, you will be required to undertake a level 4 Assessor/Coach qualification standard.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Deliver high quality training and assessment in line with the Knowledge, Skills and behaviours set within the government apprenticeship standards.
• Develop the curriculum, delivery materials and assessment methods for Engineering Standards for delivery in the AMRC Training Centre using an innovative methodology to engage learners.
• Undertake tripartite learner progress reviews and assessments in the workshop environment.
• Have accountability for developing enrichment activities, which link to the requirements of the overall apprenticeship standard, to enhance the offering of the AMRC Training Centre.
• Assist, where necessary, in the procurement processes for the AMRC Training Centre, including capital and tooling requirements.
• Provide data on learner progress to employers and senior managers, and act upon any issues resulting from this data.
• Ensure learner feedback is captured, evaluated and fed into the Self-Assessment Process, to constantly look for improvement opportunities.
• Assist all other departments with the roll out of new policies, procedures and activities.
• To instil all Personal Development, Behaviour and Welfare subjects, such as British Values, Prevent, Functional Skills, into all areas of the training.
• Maintain the reputation of the AMRC Training Centre through the high-quality delivery, communications and professionalism of all learners and staff.
• Ensure appropriate application of the Behaviour Support and Disciplinary Policy and process.
• Attend any training sessions that are required to undertake the role, or for CPD requirements.
• Support the AMRC Training Centre with STEM, recruitment and induction activities in and out of core AMRC TC business hours.
• Highlight any learners that fall into the “at risk category” to management.
• As a member of staff, you will be encouraged to make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience does not match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Essential criteria

• To hold as a minimum a Level 3 qualification in engineering (BTEC/NVQ/C&G/HNC) and/or significant relevant experience - Application
• To possess considerable experience of technical work in a CNC Machining engineering setting - Application & Interview
• To hold a teaching qualification or willingness to undertake such a qualification on start - Application & Interview
• To have effective verbal and written communication skills, both written and verbal, report writing skills, experience of delivering presentations, communicating to staff and stakeholders at all levels - Interview
• To hold knowledge, experience and understanding of the important aspects of a successful team - Interview
• To have the ability to develop creative approaches to problem solving - Interview
• To hold the ability to analyse and solve problems with an appreciation of longer-term implications - Interview
• To have excellent time management and organisational skills and an understanding of meeting deadlines. - Interview
• To have the ability to assess and organise resources and plan and progress work activities - Interview
• To possess the ability to recognise and take opportunities to update and acquire new skills and knowledge - Interview

Desirable criteria

• To have good experience of developing and delivering learning programmes using a range of teaching methods - Interview
• To have knowledge of the Common Inspection Framework, particularly requirements of Teaching and Learning - Interview

Further Information

Grade: 7

Salary: £38,249 to £46,735

Work arrangement: Full-time, 35hrs per week

Duration: Open ended

Line manager: Head of Skills

Our website: www.amrctraining.co.uk

For informal enquiries about this job contact
Gareth Wilkinson, Head of Skills: on g.wilkinson@sheffield.ac.uk or on 07753316401

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place approximately 2 weeks after the closing date. This will consist of a round table discussion with Training centre leaders, a short micro teach and a formal interview. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage as soon as possible after the closing date. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact Gareth Wilkinson, Head of Skills: on g.wilkinson@sheffield.ac.uk or on 07753316401

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).
 

What we offer

• A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).
• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.
• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Technical Career Route.
• A range of generous family-friendly policies
  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies
  • support for those going through the menopause
  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment
  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

Criminal record

An enhanced DBS check will be needed for this role. More details on the checks can be found on the Government website: gov.uk/criminal-record-checks-apply-role (opens in a new window).

Possession of a criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment at the University of Sheffield. We recognise the value of steady employment in the rehabilitation process and examine each case in its own right. More information can be found on our Information for candidates page:- sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/candidates (opens in a new window).

Closing Date : 13/04/2025 

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