The role of the instructor is to train apprentices in phase 2 of the apprenticeship programme, in accordance with the relevant curriculum.

Currently we have the following Positions Available:

Electrical - Baldoyle Training Centre

Electrical - Loughlinstown Training Centre

Electrical - Tallaght Training Centre ( Currently no positions - this is for future vacancies that may arise)

Remuneration & benefits

The salary for these positions ranges from €47,027 - €71,809.
Starting pay will be dependent on an applicant’s post-qualification experience.
Incremental credit will be applied based on the number of years post-qualification experience up to a maximum of 5 increments. For example, an applicant taking up a position with 5 years post qualification experience, will start on point 6 of the scale which is €53,459.

Main duties & responsibilities

• To instruct the apprentices in all aspects of phase 2 of the apprenticeship programme, to include practical skills, personal skills, maths, science, drawing and related knowledge.
• Prepare/provide lesson plans, course notes and handouts as appropriate.
• Schedule, conduct, correct and mark assessment/tests in accordance with the relevant assessment programmes and carry out associated administrative tasks.
• Prepare and issue progress reports to the employer for their apprentice(s).
• Supervise apprentices and ensure that correct workplace practice methods, quality standards and safety procedures are followed.
• Supervise apprentices on their timekeeping, attendance, behaviour and general application to the course.
• Raise requests for the purchase and supply of course materials and non-capital tools and equipment and manage usage as appropriate.
• Perform any other duties deemed necessary and / or required in keeping with the requirements of the instructor role.

Essential criteria
Applicants must:

• hold a recognised craft qualification on the NFQ/EQF framework.
• have acquired an appropriate level of post qualification experience in the relevant occupation/trade.
• have knowledge and understanding of current health & safety legislation within the industry.
• have technical training to a standard that will allow the candidate to be competent in teaching all theoretical & practical aspects of the occupation/trade, including occupation/craft related drawing, science and calculations.
• Applicants should also:
• hold or be willing to attend a preparatory training programme to acquire a training qualification. This will be provided to successful candidates as part of the onboarding process.
• be enthusiastic about apprenticeship with strong communication skills and the ability to engage with apprentices.
• have experience of mentoring/assessing apprentices on-the-job would be a distinct advantage however ongoing mentoring will be provided by experienced Instructors on-site.