Engineering Skills Coach

Job Description

The Role

The University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) Training Centre is seeking an experienced Engineering Skills Coach to join its delivery team.

In this role, you will:

Teach, train, coach, and assess apprentices across Engineering Apprenticeship programmes from Level 3 to Level 7.

Deliver training and assessment within the new Sheffield Foragemasters machining workshop.

Provide support for apprentice development and deliver short CPD courses as required.

Create, organize, and manage assessment resources and related activities.

This is a hands-on role focused on equipping the next generation of engineers with the technical and professional skills needed for advanced manufacturing careers.

About You

You will bring:

A minimum Level 3 qualification in engineering (BTEC, NVQ, C&G, HNC) or equivalent relevant experience.

Significant experience in a machining (CNC) engineering environment, including knowledge of modern cutters, tooling, and machining methods.

Teaching and assessing qualifications.

Proficiency in IT, including laptops, tablets, smartphones, and e-learning software (e-portfolios).

Strong communication and customer interaction skills, both written and verbal.

The ability to deliver engaging training sessions and provide effective coaching and assessment.

Why Join Us

The University of Sheffield is a world-class institution where people are at the heart of everything we do. Joining us means access to:

A highly competitive annual leave package (with the option to purchase additional leave).

A generous pension scheme.

Flexible working opportunities.

Commitment to your professional development and wellbeing.

Retail discounts and a wide range of staff benefits.

We are committed to building diverse teams and value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions of staff from all backgrounds.