Motor Vehicle Instructor

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Job Title: Motor Vehicle Instructor
Location: The Wenlock School, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 3SB
Salary: Up to £30,000.00 per annum ( not pro rata )
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday 8:15am-4:30pm Tuesday - Friday 8:15am - 3:45pm
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: February 2026

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

All candidates must have a full UK Driving Licence

At Outcomes First Group, we put wellbeing first. That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you work 80% of your hours for 100% of your pay . Many of our schools have already adopted the 4DWW, with others preparing to introduce it once fully staffed-making now a great time to join .

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Mechanics Instructor who can make a meaningful contribution to our school. The successful candidate will be an innovative, reflective practitioner, willing to adapt and grow, with high standards and expectations. Strong behaviour management skills are essential, as is the ability to design engaging, practical lessons tailored for students with SEND.

This role offers the chance to inspire young people through vocational education, developing their skills, confidence, and passion for the automotive industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, practical lessons in automotive repair and maintenance for learners of varying skill levels
• Instruct on diagnostics, engine repair, brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and other key areas
• Supervise students in a working garage environment, ensuring safety protocols and industry standards are followed
• Develop, adapt, and review lesson plans to meet curriculum requirements and individual learner needs
• Maintain tools, equipment, and garage areas to a high standard
• Foster a supportive, inclusive, and confidence-building learning environment
• Stay up-to-date with automotive technology and industry trends to ensure teaching remains relevant and effective

Requirements

• Certified automotive technician (e.g., ASE, IMI, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience in automotive repair
• Previous teaching or training experience preferred, but not essential; a willingness to teach and mentor is critical
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to student success and a passion for vocational education
• Full UK Driving Licence

About Us

The Wenlock School is a co-educational day school within Acorn Education, supporting pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, autism, and associated learning differences. Opened in 2018, our purpose-built school delivers a therapeutic and personalised approach to education, helping pupils re-engage with learning and achieve success in ways that are meaningful to them. By building strong relationships, maintaining high expectations, and removing barriers to learning, we support pupils to develop academically, socially, and emotionally, equipping them with the skills, confidence, and resilience needed for their next steps in life.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

4DWW subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.