Welding Tutor - Derby

Date Posted: 27th February 2026
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Location: In person Derby

Company Overview

Momentum Recruitment and Training is a leading UK provider of vocational education and skills training. We are passionate about helping individuals gain industry-relevant skills that lead to real career opportunities.

We are now looking to appoint a skilled and experienced Welding Tutor with an engineering background to join our Derby team and support the development of the next generation of welding professionals.

Role Overview

As a Welding Tutor, you will deliver high-quality welding training to learners using our fully equipped workshop facilities. This role combines classroom-based theory with hands-on practical instruction across a range of welding processes.

You'll play a vital role in building learners' technical skills, confidence, and employability, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

* Design, develop, and update welding training materials and lesson plans in line with industry standards

* Deliver engaging classroom sessions covering welding theory, processes, and safe working practices

* Provide practical demonstrations and one-to-one coaching within the welding workshop

* Monitor and assess learner progress through practical assessments, written work, and project-based tasks

* Provide clear, constructive feedback to support learner development

* Maintain a safe learning environment and enforce health and safety standards at all times

* Ensure welding equipment, tools, and materials are well maintained and fit for purpose

* Mentor and support learners, helping them build skills, confidence, and career readiness

* Stay up to date with industry developments, technologies, and regulatory requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

* Strong practical welding experience across MIG, TIG, and ARC processes

* Experience working with a range of materials and fabrication techniques

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

* A strong commitment to health and safety

* A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring, and developing others

Desirable (but not essential)

* Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline

* Previous teaching, tutoring, or training experience

* Recognised welding certifications (e.g. AWS, ASME, EAL or equivalent)

Benefits

* Competitive salary (£30,000 - £35,000 per year)

* Generous holiday entitlement

* Company pension scheme

* Professional development and training opportunities

* Supportive and collaborative working environment

* Casual dress policy