Engineering Tutor - Machining
Pass on Your Precision. Shape the Future of Manufacturing.
Are you an experienced machinist or CNC specialist looking to share your knowledge in a high-impact teaching role? Or maybe you’ve already made the leap into teaching and want to join a provider that genuinely values quality, team support, and professional growth?
We’re working with a leading West Yorkshire training provider to recruit a committed and capable Engineering Tutor – Machining to deliver hands-on teaching in Milling, Turning, and CNC within a structured, learner-first environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity to move into a role where your skills and industry experience directly support the next generation of engineers. Whether you’re already delivering training or transitioning from industry, this provider will support your journey and ensure you have the time, tools, and trust to do your best work.
About the Organisation
With an outstanding reputation across West Yorkshire and beyond, this training provider specialises in high-quality apprenticeship delivery for the engineering and manufacturing sectors. They work with both SMEs and large employers to develop practical, future-ready talent across mechanical, electrical, machining, and design disciplines.
They’re proud to offer an environment that’s professional yet friendly, values-driven but commercially aware, and built on long-standing partnerships with both learners and employers.
If you're seeking a place to teach where quality comes before quantity — and where your voice, ideas, and expertise are genuinely valued — you’ll find it here.
Pass on Your Precision. Shape the Future of Manufacturing.
Are you an experienced machinist or CNC specialist looking to share your knowledge in a high-impact teaching role? Or maybe you’ve already made the leap into teaching and want to join a provider that genuinely values quality, team support, and professional growth?
Main Purpose
As an Engineering Tutor – Machining, you’ll be responsible for delivering workshop and classroom-based training to apprentices and learners across machining disciplines. You’ll apply your knowledge of manual and CNC machining to develop learners’ practical and theoretical understanding, helping them progress through qualifications and apprenticeship standards.
Responsibilities
You’ll deliver around 24 hours of teaching per week, with one dedicated non-contact day for planning, marking, and administration. This non-teaching day can be completed remotely, offering greater flexibility and balance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver engaging and inclusive lessons in Milling, Turning, and CNC
- Develop schemes of work, lesson plans, and resources tailored to learner needs
- Apply the full teaching cycle, supporting learners from induction to achievement
- Maintain high standards of health, safety, and industrial practice within the workshop
- Assess learners’ progress against qualification and apprenticeship standards
- Work collaboratively with the wider delivery team to ensure learner success
- Keep accurate records of attendance, progress, and outcomes in line with internal expectations
- Actively support recruitment and open events as required
- Contribute to internal quality assurance and Awarding Organisation requirements
Who We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Significant experience in a machining/engineering role (manual and CNC)
- Teaching qualification (or willingness to gain one)
- Passion for passing on knowledge in a learner-centred, inclusive way
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- DBS clearance (or willingness to complete one)
- Knowledge of vocational qualifications and apprenticeship standards
Desirable:
- Understanding of ESFA/OFSTED frameworks and funding requirements
- Experience working in a teaching or assessor capacity within FE or training
- Familiarity with Pearson, EAL or other awarding bodies
- A creative and flexible approach to teaching different learner types
Why Join This Provider?
- 4-day teaching week with 1 flexible admin day
- Focus on quality over quantity — fewer hours, more impact
- Genuine CPD and progression opportunities
- Friendly, supportive team and excellent facilities
- A stable, reputable provider with a long-standing employer network
You'll be supported by a strong leadership team who understand the challenges of delivery and prioritise tutor wellbeing, learner engagement, and long-term success.
Does this post interest you? Apply today
Bradford
West Yorkshire
Permanent Full Time
Up to £41,000 (dependent on experience)
Annually
