Learning & Skills Trainer (Automotive Sales)

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need

We require a full-time Learning & Skills Trainer to deliver a high standard of sales training to our national cohorts of Sales Executive apprentices. Key duties of the role include:

• Plan, prepare, design and deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment in the specialist area of Sales Executive supporting our brand partners
• Ensure apprentices cover the relevant knowledge, skills, and behaviours of their vocational area, to meet their end point assessment
• Create individual learning plans for apprentices and be responsible for providing blended learning opportunities for all apprentices, ensuring any additional learning needs are met to provide an inclusive learning environment
• Managing the learner journey using OneFile and college systems to record off-the-job hours, assignments, eLearning and progress
• Motivate and inspire all apprentices so that they are supported to achieve excellence and are encouraged to achieve their full potential including higher grades
• Able to work at all levels and able to deliver reports to a range of stakeholders on apprentice progress

What you’ll bring

You will have experience of being a trainer or have experience working within the automotive industry in a sales or similar role. Essential skills and experience include:

• Hold a recognised subject related qualification at Level 3 or above, or have documented industry occupational competence/experience in the subject area
• Hold a recognised teaching qualification (Cert Ed, DTLLS or equivalent) or be willing to work towards
• Hold recognised Assessor Award (D32/A/CAVA) and Verifier Award (D33/D34, IQA) or be willing to work towards
• Have experience of successful team working and be committed to a team-based approach 
• Be able to work flexibly to meet the needs of others and those training especially students with different needs.  
• Demonstrate exceptional organisational and planning skills with excellent timekeeping and attendance

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Paul Slater, Head of Apprenticeships at paul.slater@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk 

Interviews including a microteach are planned for: Tuesday 8th September 2026

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Why Join us

• Competitive salary –  £33,742 to £42,182 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for term time only or part time posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave  
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Discounts at various stores andservices across the UK via our Vivup App  
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme 
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme 

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. 

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.

To apply, click ‘Apply for this job’ on the Nottingham College website, or visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies  if viewing externally.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact Peopleservices@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk or call us on  0115 884 2222.  

We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.