Body Repair Instructor

GTG Training Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Automotive Technical Trainer to educate Bodyshop apprentices. The successful candidate will conduct training in Body Repair, ensuring high standards and compliance with safety regulations. Essential skills include a Level 3 qualification in Automotive Body Repair, excellent communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This full-time position offers generous holiday allowance and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

33 days’ holiday allowance

Flexible leave

Maternity and paternity packages

Access to training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in modern repair techniques.
• Ability to inspire and support learners.
• Full, clean driving licence held for a minimum of one year.

Responsibilities

• Train Bodyshop apprentices using appropriate methods.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain good discipline within the workshop.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Level 3 qualification in Automotive Body Repair

Ability to use Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Flexibility for travel

Education

Level 3 qualification in Automotive Body Repair or equivalent

Job description

We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Automotive Technical Trainer in Body Repair based at our GTG Training centre in Glasgow.

We offer

• 33 days’ holiday allowance with room to grow
• Flexible leave
• Maternity and paternity packages
• Access to training opportunities to grow and develop skills
• ...and much more!

Hours

Full time: Monday – Friday 8am – 4.30pm

About the role

As a Body Repair Technical Trainer, you’ll be responsible for training Bodyshop apprentices and delivering commercial training courses. As well as sharing knowledge and best practice about the repair of accident-damaged vehicles, you will support apprentices to work effectively as a team, complying with health and safety regulations and company policy.

• Carrying out apprenticeship training to high standards and in a safe manner, subject to health and safety, COSHH and other mandatory regulations.
• Using appropriate training methods and using training aids.
• Assisting the team leader and automotive manager to maintain good levels of discipline and safety within the workshop.
• Controlling the compiling of VQs for trainees and completing awarding body documentation.
• Assessing trainees to standards set by awarding bodies to allow learners to progress towards vocational qualifications and modern apprenticeships.
• Assisting the development of training and assessment processes.
• Keeping up to date with current industry methods and technological developments to ensure training is relevant.
• Providing welfare support for apprentices and employers when required.

Essential skills

• Level 3 qualification in Automotive Body Repair or equivalent.
• A proven track record in modern repair techniques and technology within the industry.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire learners.
• High levels of organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office packages, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• A positive and enthusiastic approach.
• Ability to listen and support apprentices during their training.
• A full, clean driving licence held for a minimum of one year.
• Flexibility, as travel to other UK training centres to carry out training may be required.

Nice to have (but not essential)

• Assessing or training skills.
• Welding abilities or AOM-009 qualification.
• Paint refinishing experience.

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.