Electrical Installation Tutor

Location: Birmingham Training Centre

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on skills and experience)

About the Role
Are you a qualified Electrician, Electrical Engineer, Installation Electrician, Approved Electrician, Electrical Technician, Maintenance Electrician, Electrical Supervisor or Electrical Foreman looking to step away from site work and into a stable teaching-based role?

This position is ideal for experienced electrical professionals who want to move into education, training, lecturing or apprenticeship delivery, while continuing to use their technical knowledge and industry experience.

As an Electrical Tutor / Lecturer, you’ll deliver high-quality electrical theory and practical training to apprentices and learners studying Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installations and related qualifications.

The role is based at a modern training centre in Birmingham and offers a structured working week, excellent benefits and long-term career development.

Job Purpose
To plan, deliver and assess high-quality electrical theory and practical training in line with City & Guilds and EAL standards at Level 3 and above, ensuring learners achieve strong outcomes and progress successfully through their apprenticeship or qualification.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging electrical training sessions covering both theory and practical skills
• Teach Electrical Installations and related subjects at Level 2 and Level 3 in line with awarding body requirements
• Develop and update learning materials to support classroom, workshop and blended learning delivery
• Assess learner work and coursework accurately and within awarding body timescales
• Monitor learner attendance, punctuality, progress and behaviour, producing reports as required
• Liaise with Training Officers and support teams regarding learner progress, welfare and conduct
• Provide guidance, coaching and pastoral support to learners throughout their programme
• Maintain a safe learning environment, ensuring high standards of health, safety and discipline
• Oversee workshop activities and ensure equipment and materials are available and fit for purpose
• Support apprentices through each year of their programme, promoting timely completion
• Respond professionally to employer, learner and stakeholder queries regarding training delivery
• Maintain accurate records and complete required administrative documentation on time
• Engage positively with internal and external quality assurance and inspection processes
• Build effective working relationships with employers, awarding bodies and industry partners
• Stay up to date with changes in electrical regulations, standards and industry practices
• Undertake additional duties as required by management

Essential Requirements

• Electrical Level 3 qualification or equivalent (e.g. NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation / Electrotechnical)
• GCSE Maths and English (A–C / 9–4) or Level 2 equivalent
• Proven post-qualification experience working within the electrical industry
• Experience teaching or delivering electrical training (classroom, workshop, blended or remote delivery)
• Strong, current knowledge of electrical installations and industry regulations
• Teaching qualification at Level 5 (Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent) or willingness to work towards
• Good presentation and communication skills
• Confident IT skills and ability to use digital learning platforms
• Understanding of Further Education and apprenticeship delivery

Desirable (but not essential)

• Assessor qualifications (A1, D32/D33, TAQA)
• Internal Verifier qualifications (V1, D34, TAQA)
• Health & Safety qualification (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely)
• Experience within the electrical contracting or building services sector

Candidates moving directly from industry are encouraged to apply – support and funding for teaching and assessor qualifications can be provided.
Why Apply? This role is ideal for electricians who want:

• A permanent, site-free role with predictable working hours
• The opportunity to pass on skills and shape future electricians
• Career progression within education and training
• A better work-life balance without losing touch with the trade

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional leave for long service and a Christmas shutdown
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
• Life assurance and occupational sick pay
• Optional private healthcare after probation
• Free annual health check after three years’ service
• Gym discounts, cycle-to-work scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
• Funded CPD, professional qualifications and paid memberships
• Corporate clothing allowance, retail discounts and season ticket loans