Welding Tutor

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

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