Automotive Support Technician – Secondary/FE
£30,325 per year
12 days until closing
Deadline: Sunday, 15 November 2026
Type
Full Time
Start Date
Negotiable
Experience
Not specified
Visa / Relocation
Not provided
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Job Description
About the Role
Harlow College is seeking an Automotive Curriculum Support Technician to help deliver high-quality practical learning within its Automotive department. Based in Harlow, Essex, this hands-on role combines technical workshop support, resource preparation and direct assistance to learners and teaching staff.
This is a full-time, permanent position, working Monday to Friday, with a starting salary of £30,325 per annum. Applicants must hold a Level 2 qualification, or equivalent, in Automotive Technology, alongside GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent. A teaching qualification is not required.
The successful candidate will be organised, safety-conscious and confident working both independently and as part of a team. A three-day First Aid at Work qualification is required, although training can be completed after appointment. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-employment checks.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare tools, equipment, vehicles and other resources for practical teaching sessions.
Supervise learners using tools and equipment when required.
Organise, monitor and maintain workshop stock, tools and automotive resources.
Carry out general vehicle repairs and workshop maintenance across multiple workshops.
Work closely with teaching staff to create a positive, engaging learning environment.
Promote health and safety, good housekeeping and safe workshop practice.
Deliver key units within the Automotive curriculum timetable.
Support the planning and maintenance of effective teaching and learning strategies.
What We Offer
Starting salary of £30,325 per annum.
30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme through auto-enrolment.
Two additional college closure periods at Easter and Christmas.
A supportive, collaborative departmental culture.
Opportunities for professional development and to make a direct contribution to learners’ progression.
Closing date: 15 November 2026 at 11:59pm.
About the School
Harlow College is a further education college serving learners aged 16 and above in Harlow, Essex. Its Automotive department combines technical knowledge with meaningful practical experience, helping learners develop the confidence and occupational skills needed for employment in the automotive industry.
The college is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and may also include right-to-work, medical, reference, online and social media, and other appropriate pre-employment checks.
Benefits & Perks
About Harlow College
Harlow College is a further education college based in Harlow, Essex, serving learners from age 16 through to adult education. The College supports young people and adults at different stages of their learning and career journeys, with a clear commitment to inclusive opportunity, skills development and positive progression. Its ethos places learners, colleagues and the wider community at the heart of organisational life, supported by professional standards, respectful relationships and a strong focus on safeguarding.
The College’s broad age range, from 16 to 99, gives it a distinctive place within the local education landscape. Its work spans provision for school leavers and adult learners, creating a diverse and dynamic environment for both teaching and professional services teams. Harlow College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects employees, volunteers and trustees to uphold that responsibility through robust practice and appropriate pre-employment checks.
Working at Harlow College offers the opportunity to contribute to an organisation where effective people practices directly support learner success and organisational performance. Staff can expect a collaborative culture, continued professional development and wellbeing support, alongside a generous pension and substantial leave entitlement. Benefits for this role include 35 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, birthday leave and 15 additional paid days off across Easter and Christmas, helping colleagues maintain a positive balance while developing their careers.
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Highlight your practical automotive experience, including vehicle repair, workshop maintenance and safe use of tools.
Show how you have organised equipment, stock or resources in a workshop or training environment.
Give examples of communicating clearly with learners, colleagues or customers while maintaining high safety standards.
Confirm that you hold First Aid at Work certification or are willing to complete the required training.
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