Automotive Workshop Technician
| Posting date: | 24 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,157 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 July 2025 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Barnsley College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REC2159 |
Summary
Automotive Workshop Technician
Engineering
Salary: £12,578 per annum (£25,157 Pro Rata)
Contract Type: Permanent Part-Time
Hours: 18.5 hours per week
Reference: REC2159 | Closing Date: Tuesday, 8th July 2025
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in delivering hands-on automotive technician classes in our modern automotive technologies centre. Our state-of-the-art facility has been designed to give our learners an outstanding environment for practical, skills-based training that meets the needs of the automotive industry.
In this role, you will support the delivery of automotive technician classes through a range of practical tasks focused on diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles. Working alongside our teaching staff, you will help demonstrate industry-standard techniques and support our students as they apply theory to practice. From setting up workshop equipment to guiding our students through tasks like engine diagnostics, electrical fault finding, and component repairs, your skills will help create an engaging and realistic learning experience.
You will also support automotive courses from Levels 2 to 4, working with both 16 to 18-year-olds and adult learners. Practical sessions take place in a realistic workshop using professional tools, diagnostic equipment, and modern training vehicles. Our students learn through hands-on tasks, live demonstrations, and guided problem-solving activities designed to prepare them for successful careers in the automotive sector.
You will also take responsibility for preparing and maintaining the workshop environment. This includes making sure all tools and equipment are in excellent condition and that the space is ready for every session. You will work closely with lecturers to plan and prepare resources that support the curriculum and help students build the skills they need to progress.
This is a great opportunity to make a real difference by supporting the next generation of automotive professionals. Your knowledge, energy, and commitment will help students grow in confidence and develop the technical expertise needed to thrive in this exciting and fast-moving industry.
Click here to watch an informative video about our outstanding Auto Tech Centre.
About You
Ideally, you will have some experience working as an Auto Tech or other related industry. You’re passionate about the motor vehicle industry and ready to pass on your knowledge to the next generation of technicians.
You are confident using modern diagnostic tools and workshop equipment, and you keep up to date with the latest automotive technologies. You enjoy working with both young people and adult learners, supporting them as they build practical skills and confidence in a hands-on environment.
You have strong communication and interpersonal skills and can explain technical processes clearly and patiently. You take pride in keeping the workshop safe, clean, and fully equipped, and you’re organised, proactive, and dependable.
Working as part of a friendly, committed team, you’ll support teaching staff in preparing for sessions, demonstrating key techniques, and helping our students apply theory in a practical setting.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
• Experience in engineering, electrical, or automotive industries
• Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in engineering, electrical, or automotive fields
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2)
Closing date for applications is Tuesday, 8th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.
Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
Engineering
Salary: £12,578 per annum (£25,157 Pro Rata)
Contract Type: Permanent Part-Time
Hours: 18.5 hours per week
Reference: REC2159 | Closing Date: Tuesday, 8th July 2025
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in delivering hands-on automotive technician classes in our modern automotive technologies centre. Our state-of-the-art facility has been designed to give our learners an outstanding environment for practical, skills-based training that meets the needs of the automotive industry.
In this role, you will support the delivery of automotive technician classes through a range of practical tasks focused on diagnostics, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles. Working alongside our teaching staff, you will help demonstrate industry-standard techniques and support our students as they apply theory to practice. From setting up workshop equipment to guiding our students through tasks like engine diagnostics, electrical fault finding, and component repairs, your skills will help create an engaging and realistic learning experience.
You will also support automotive courses from Levels 2 to 4, working with both 16 to 18-year-olds and adult learners. Practical sessions take place in a realistic workshop using professional tools, diagnostic equipment, and modern training vehicles. Our students learn through hands-on tasks, live demonstrations, and guided problem-solving activities designed to prepare them for successful careers in the automotive sector.
You will also take responsibility for preparing and maintaining the workshop environment. This includes making sure all tools and equipment are in excellent condition and that the space is ready for every session. You will work closely with lecturers to plan and prepare resources that support the curriculum and help students build the skills they need to progress.
This is a great opportunity to make a real difference by supporting the next generation of automotive professionals. Your knowledge, energy, and commitment will help students grow in confidence and develop the technical expertise needed to thrive in this exciting and fast-moving industry.
Click here to watch an informative video about our outstanding Auto Tech Centre.
About You
Ideally, you will have some experience working as an Auto Tech or other related industry. You’re passionate about the motor vehicle industry and ready to pass on your knowledge to the next generation of technicians.
You are confident using modern diagnostic tools and workshop equipment, and you keep up to date with the latest automotive technologies. You enjoy working with both young people and adult learners, supporting them as they build practical skills and confidence in a hands-on environment.
You have strong communication and interpersonal skills and can explain technical processes clearly and patiently. You take pride in keeping the workshop safe, clean, and fully equipped, and you’re organised, proactive, and dependable.
Working as part of a friendly, committed team, you’ll support teaching staff in preparing for sessions, demonstrating key techniques, and helping our students apply theory in a practical setting.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
• Experience in engineering, electrical, or automotive industries
• Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in engineering, electrical, or automotive fields
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2)
Closing date for applications is Tuesday, 8th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.
Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
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