Motor Mechanic Professional

As a Motor Mechanic expert, you will join our thriving and inspirational teaching team in working towards creating and delivering excellent teaching, learning and assessment on our courses at our Banbury college, We are looking for a Motor Vehicle Teacher who can act as role model for our students and ensure that they leave us with not just their professional qualifications, but the attributes required to progress in the world of work. A genuine interest in working with and developing young people is a requirement.

Ideally, you will have a deep understanding of Motor Vehicle as trained Mechanic with the ability to deliver purposeful lessons to our level 1- & 2-years students., In this position, Motor Vehicle Teacher, you may be eligible to apply for an additional payment of up to £6000 from the levelling up premium payment scheme. This is available for eligible teachers in their first 5 years of teaching in Further Education. Learn more here, Whilst previous teaching experience or qualification would be an advantage, it is not a requirement. As long as you have the qualifications or experience to teach on our Motor Vehicle courses and demonstrate the attributes to be an inspirational teacher, we can provide you with the necessary training, development and support to equip you to teach in the FE sector.

• Level 3 or above qualification in Motor Vehicle


• A strong background in Motor Vehicle work is essential.


• Industry experience as a mechanic/trainer


• Experience of working in a practical/workshop environment


In addition, you will need to have a flexible approach, coupled with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. You will demonstrate the ability to engage and develop students and role model the attributes that we develop within our learners.

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.


• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.


• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.


• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.


• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.


• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for Activate Learning staff.


• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.


• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.


• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.


• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.


Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.