Course Leader – Automotive, Light Vehicle
Closing in 23 days (11 February 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: £39,302 – £45,250 per annum (FTE) *Plus 26.8% Employer pension Contribution
Employer: University Centre Somerset College Group
Location: Taunton, Somerset,
Contract type: All year round, Permanent
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 11 February 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Contractual Hours: 37
Location: Taunton College
Job category/type: Permanent – All Year Round (AYR)
What will I be doing?
The post-holder will be a motivated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Course Leader who is passionate about Automotive education and committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for learners. Working as a strong team player and leader, they will maximise learner potential, drive positive progress and ensure timely achievement across all Automotive programmes but principally Level 2.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
The ideal candidate will bring industry experience in light vehicle maintenance and repair and demonstrate flexibility in adapting provision to meet the diverse needs of learners. They will provide effective leadership to a team of Automotive tutors, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment. The role involves leading the delivery of innovative, industry-relevant Automotive programmes, maintaining alignment with awarding body requirements, and contributing proactively to the College’s quality improvement agenda as part of a successful and collaborative department.
What is in it for me?
- Generous pension scheme
- Competitive holiday entitlement
- Dedicated CPD days
- 2 wellbeing days
- 2-week Christmas closure
- Opportunities for hybrid working
- On-site discounted gym
- Free parking
Supporting documents and information
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UCS College Group is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We are also a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments. We encourage everyone to apply who wishes to and we believe that everyone should have an equal opportunity