Motor Vehicle Technician - #194442

Employer Coventry College Location Coventry, West Midlands Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time Salary £26,178 to £27,631 FTE per annum Posted 9th July 2026 Start Date As Soon As Possible Expires 17th August 2026 11:59 PM Contract Type Permanent Start Date As Soon As Possible Job ID 1564716 Job Reference CovCollege018 Start Date As Soon As Possible

• Contract Type :Permanent
• Job ID: 1564716

Job Title: Technician Motor Vehicle

Location: Coventry College

Contract Type: Full-Time / Permanent

Hours per Week: 37 per week

Salary: £26,178 to £27,631 FTE per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)

About Us

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we’ve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow—strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and professional individual to join our team in a key business support role. You will play an important part in helping the College run smoothly and efficiently, contributing to the overall learner and staff experience.

Whether supporting students, staff, systems, or services, you’ll bring a positive approach and a strong focus on customer service, teamwork, and attention to detail. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking college where your skills and contribution are truly valued.

Requirements

Must-Have:

• Hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or demonstrable experience working at this level in industry)
• Recent experience of working in a motor vehicle environment
• Experience of using motor vehicle equipment
• Experience of carrying out risk assessments
• Experience of supporting others on the safe use of relevant equipment

What we offer

• Free on-site parking, including EV charging points
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 34 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.

Safeguarding

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of our shortlisting process, you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.