Mechanic Youth Trainer

Who are we?

Kibble supports children and young people (aged 5-26) who have experienced trauma and adversity through residential care, education and mental health services. For more than 200 years, we’ve put young people first and have built a trusted charity with vital services that strive to transform lives, families and communities.

When starting a new job at Kibble, you’ll become part of a dedicated staff team who make sure children are happy and safe 365 days a year, 24/7. Whether your role is in care, education, or the corporate side, you’ll help give young people a chance at life.

What is the Job Function?

We want you to pass on your skills, shape the future and keep our vehicles running.

As part of the Skills Academy within Kibble, we do more than maintain cars, we help young people build their futures. We are the leading provider of care and education for children and young people at risk across the UK. Many of the young people we support have faced challenges in life, but with the right training and encouragement, they can thrive.

That’s where you come in, as a Mechanic Youth Trainer, you’ll use your mechanical skills to service and repair vehicles, while also passing on your knowledge to the next generation. You’ll be part of our Skills Academy team, supporting young people to gain hands-on experience, develop confidence, and work towards brighter futures.

What you’ll do

• Carry out servicing and repairs to MOT standard.
• Diagnose faults, perform maintenance, and keep vehicles road-ready.
• Oversee a valeting service and support insurance claims/estimates.
• Work with external customers, ensuring great service.
• Teach and mentor young people in mechanics, helping them learn by doing.
• Model positive work standards, teamwork, and safety.

What we’re looking for

• Qualified mechanic (minimum SVQ 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent)
• least 5 years’ hands-on experience across all aspects of repair
• Strong knowledge of diagnostics, repair and maintenance (electrical skills an advantage)
• Ability to read and interpret schematics
• Experience of working with young people (or the enthusiasm and patience to learn)
• Great communicator who can engage, motivate, and inspire
• Full UK driving licence

Notes:

1. This job outline reflects the main tasks and responsibilities discharged by the post holder at the present time, however, Kibble reserves the right to alter or amend the content of this job outline to reflect changes to the job or services provided, while maintaining the overall character and level of responsibility for the post.

2. Notwithstanding any information or statement described within this job outline, all duties must be carried out in a way that promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and respect for all individuals and which is consistent with Kibble’s stated policy on equal opportunities.

3. The successful candidate will be subject to PVG Scheme Membership. Having previous convictions will not automatically disbar you from working at Kibble (with the exception of offences against children or other vulnerable groups) and every case is taken on an individual basis.

4. The successful candidate will be required to undertake Safe Crisis Management (SCM) training and will require a level of fitness to be able to carry out SCM. The successful candidate must be able to participate fully in this training and be prepared to put this training into practice. The SCM training will consist of two days theory and two days physical training. The successful candidate must complete this training in full within four weeks of an agreed start date. Should the candidate for any reason fail any aspect of the SCM training (theory, physical or both parts), an additional two weeks will be given to pass.

5. Appointments will be subject to a twelve-month probationary period.

What do we offer:

Pension, holidays (up to 40 days per year) and employee benefits including cash4health, employee assistance programme, free parking, free meals, access to onsite physio.

To apply: Please visit our online recruitment site - www.jobtrain.co.uk/Kibble

Closing Date: Wednesday 15th April 2026