Construction Trainer

Michelle Denny Recruitment is supporting the brilliant training organisation, Open Road Norfolk, who have now opened their new site in Thetford. We’re looking to find someone with real construction trade experience who wants to make a genuine difference to young people. If you know your way around a workshop or building environment and enjoy helping others learn, this role has real purpose and impact. Salary is £30,000pa, working 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm. 

You don’t need to be a teacher, just someone with solid construction knowledge, patience and a steady, supportive approach.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting young people with hands on construction and building tasks

• Showing safe, confident workshop and site techniques

• Helping them understand construction theory and qualification work (Pearson BTEC)

• Building their confidence, skills and belief

• Keeping the workshop positive, structured and safe

Why you’ll love it:

• You get to use your trade skills in a more meaningful way

• No teaching qualification needed (although, if you have, that’s great!)

• You’ll see real progress in learners who really value your help

• Supportive, calm and friendly environment

• A chance to shape the next generation of construction and trade professionals

What you need:

• Construction trade experience or a recognised qualification

• A clear, encouraging way of explaining things

• Patience, calmness and strong safety awareness

The details:

• Working on the Shadwell Estate in Thetford

• Monday - Friday, 8.30 am - 4.30 pm

• Occasional travel to the King’s Lynn site

• £30,000 per year based on 37 hours a week, paid monthly.

How to apply:

Please apply online. By doing so, you are agreeing that your application will be forwarded to Open Road Norfolk for their consideration. If your experience fits, they will be in contact with you directly.

An enhanced DBS will be required should you be offered the position.