Vocational Tutor – Mechanics
Closing in 22 days (6 July 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: £28,444 (pro-rata for part-time employees)
Employer: Young Somerset
Location: Taunton, Somerset,
Contract type: Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 6 July 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
- Salary: The salary for this role is £28,444 (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Job Details: 3 days a week working 22.2 hours – term time only
- The post holder will be required to work flexibly, out-of-hours where required with occasional weekend and evening work.
- Holiday entitlement is 27 days, plus 8 Bank Holidays with an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service (pro-rata for part-time staff).
- Contract: Permanent
- Start Date: Sept 2026
What will I be doing?
Are you looking for a rewarding career change that allows you to make a real difference to the lives of young people in Somerset?
Role Overview:
As a Workshop Tutor, you will work directly with young people, teaching them valuable skills and delivering entry-level qualifications in mechanics and light engineering. Ideally, you will have other practical skills such as carpentry or CDT. You will work closely with our team of Youth Workers to deliver engaging and practical sessions in our workshop in Bridgwater and other community settings. This may involve some countywide travel.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
Due to the continued growth of our Alternative Education Provision (AEP), Young Somerset are looking to recruit a Workshop Tutor with practical teaching skills or industry experience in mechanics and light engineering.
This role would suit someone who is keen to pass on skills and knowledge to a new generation. Previous experience of working with young people would be a real bonus.
DBS check
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Supporting documents and information
Please read the Job Description
For an informal chat, please contact: Barney Simmons, Service Manager – Alternative Education Provision on 07773 343335
Deadline: July 6, 2026
Interview Date: July 14 AM.
To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to people@youngsomerset.org.uk.
Interviews will be held at a Young Somerset Venue to be confirmed.
To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here