We have an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified and passionate Instructor to join our automotive team at the Hadlow campus, in Hadlow, Kent.

You will provide demonstrations and practical instruction in our specialist workshop facilities to our students. You will also assist in the maintenance and organisation of the practical resources used across the programmes and provide technical support to colleagues within the Motor Vehicle, Motor Sport and Motorcycle department. This will include supporting the delivery, promotion and ongoing development of the curriculum within the area.

Experience of working on practical automotive projects is essential, alongside a relevant Level 2 qualification in Motor Vehicle or a related discipline. Internal verification experience is desirable, although full training will be provided. You will be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work independently, you will also have excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with colleagues both within and outside of the college.

The Role:

Where you’ll work: The role is based at the Hadlow campus, but the nature of the work may require travel to any of the College sites as required.

Your hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per annum (FTE 1.0)

Your pay: Spine Points 22 (£25,892 per annum) to 24 (£27,474 per annum)

The College:

North Kent College (including Hadlow College) is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.

The Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect the following benefits.

33 days’ annual leave (including Christmas / New Year break) plus bank holidays (full time equivalent).
Enrolment onto the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), one of the most generous in the country.
Access to free parking and a number of onsite facilities, including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the next role for you, please visit the North Kent College staff vacancies page to see the full job description and apply.

Please note that the closing date for applications is 27 April 2026, with interviews scheduled to take place week commencing 04 May 2026.

North Kent College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff have a responsibility to share and maintain this commitment. In line with the requirements of ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, appropriate safeguarding checks (including an enhanced DBS check) will be undertaken on all individuals selected for appointment. Posts at the College, a specified establishment where the work gives opportunity for contact with children, are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. It is an offence to apply for a post which involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children if you are barred from doing so. Please be advised that, again in line with ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, shortlisted candidates (who wish to accept an invite to interview) will be required to complete and submit prior to their interview a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Further guidance / information from the Ministry of Justice can be found on GOV.UK.