Mantra Learning

HGV Instructor - £27,800 per annum + 2k + OTE We are Mantra Learning , one of the UK's leading logistics learning and development organisations. We are an Ofsted grade 2 independent training provider who have specialised in providing training within the sector for over 58 years. The Manchester site is well established as one of the largest specialist logistics training facilities in the UK. Through our two key brands, The Job Gym and The National Logistics Academy we help thousands of individuals each year to gain new skills. This enables our learners to obtain employment within the logistics sector and drives the long-term growth of the industry. We work with some of the biggest brands in the country, including ALDI, GXO and Travis Perkins, delivering approximately 400 Apprenticeships and over 1000 HGV licences each year. The organisation is dedicated to deliver programmes that develop the 'Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours to enable learners to thrive in life and work'. We have an exciting opportunity for HGV Instructor to join our friendly team. The position is full-time, working 40 hours a week based in Middleton, Greater Manchester. You will additionally be required to travel nationally. As an HGV instructor you will be part of a team, training candidates to DVSA test standard, carrying out practical driving assessments and delivering relevant course training materials with a high degree of detail. You will be expected to contribute to continuous improvement within the department and be required to update your skills periodically. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake relevant training qualifications and personal development, keeping up to date on sector and company related developments. You will need to maintain a high standard of professionalism and flexibility at all times. Your duties will include but won't be limited to: Instructing candidates to DVSA test standards on relevant vehicles (i.e. Cat C & Cat C+E) Carry out daily vehicle checks on training vehicles. Carry out driving assessments prior to learning. Programme development, including the improvement and development of HGV schemes of Work. Develop excellent communication links with other departments. To deliver Accredited Driver CPC courses. To deliver, facilitate and teach HGV driver training to DVSA driving test standard (on and off-road lessons). To implement, maintain and improve the quality of training and assessment in keeping with the high standards demanded by Mantra Learning Ltd and the relevant awarding bodies. To work closely with the HGV/Skills Manager to implement new opportunities associated with skills courses. Responsible for ensuring safe working practices. To undertake special projects as directed by the HGV/Skills Manager. Maintain discipline of learners and ensure safe practices at all times. Attend meetings and training sessions to develop relevant knowledge and skills in order to perform your duties and aid the business and organisational development. Represent the organisation in a professional manner in a customer facing role. Qualifications & Skills (Essential): Cat C licence held for a minimum of 3 years A passion to teach people who want to enter the profession Qualifications & Skills (Desirable): NRI Qualified Instructor. PTTLS or equivalent Good understanding of DCPC courses and specific industry courses CPC Delivery Experience Cat C+E licence held for a minimum of 1 year with experience of instructing Cat C Health & Safety Qualification. First Aid Qualification. Knowledge of the Logistics industry. Understanding of DVSA requirements. Experience of LGV Instruction to DVSA Test Standard. Delivering effective group and individual activities - How people learn.

Warehouse Skills Manager - £30,000 - £36,000 per annum We are Mantra Learning , the UK's leading Logistics learning and development organisation. We are an Ofsted grade 2 independent training provider who have specialised in providing training within the sector for over 56 years. The Manchester site is well established as the largest specialist logistics training facility in the UK. Through our two key brands, The Job Gym and The National Logistics Academy we help thousands of individuals each year to gain new skills. This enables our learners to obtain employment within the logistics sector and drives the long-term growth of the industry. We work with some of the biggest brands in the country, including Aldi, Wincanton and AO, delivering approximately 400 Apprenticeships, over 2500 Large Goods Vehicle licences and 1,100 Forklift Truck licences each year. The organisation is dedicated to deliver interventions that develop the 'Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours to enable learners to thrive in life and work'. We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Skills Manager to join our friendly team. The position is full-time, working 37.5 hours a week based in Middleton, Greater Manchester. Role The Warehouse Skills Manager oversees Mantra's warehouse operations, leading ASF-funded training and forklift programmes while managing instructors and tutors. The role ensures compliance, maintains high health and safety standards, and works with department leads to maximise warehouse use, meet employer needs, and achieve strong learner outcomes. Your duties will include but will not be limited to: Manage the daily operation of the warehouse, including scheduling, resource allocation, and utilisation in collaboration with the Operations Lead. Lead the delivery of Warehouse Pathway and Forklift Truck training, developing an employer-aligned curriculum and realistic learning environments. Support learners to achieve and progress through high-quality teaching, inclusive practices, and clear progression routes into employment or further training. Foster employer engagement while managing team performance, continuous development, and all warehouse equipment and training resources. Ensure a high-quality, employer-aligned curriculum that is well-planned, sequenced, and supports learners to develop the skills needed for success. Maintain ambitious standards in teaching, assessment, and learner engagement while driving continuous improvement in learner experience and outcomes. Contribute to quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with awarding bodies and relevant industry regulations. Act as the Health & Safety Lead, ensuring compliance with legislation and internal policies through risk assessments, safety checks, and investigations. Promote a proactive safety culture by leading corrective actions and maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and operational effectiveness. Ensure a safe, organised, and realistic training environment with health and safety embedded in all learning activities. Essential qualifications English and Maths Level 2 Assessor qualification e.g. CAVA Teaching qualification e.g. AET Desirable qualifications Level 3 qualification in Warehousing & Logistics Forklift Truck Operator/Instructor Qualification Health & Safety qualification e.g. IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate Benefits 23 days holidays plus bank holidays Free eyecare vouchers Subsidised team social events - including summer and Christmas parties Training package available for teaching qualifications Free parking Pension scheme Discretionary profit related bonus scheme Health & wellbeing initiatives Net zero initiatives Access to affordable health care plan 247 Employee assistant programme Mantra Learning Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications regardless of age; disa

Multi Skilled Tutor - £26,000 - £27,000 We are Mantra Learning , the UK's leading Logistics learning and development organisation. We are an Ofsted grade 2 independent training provider who have specialised in providing training within the sector for over 56 years. The Manchester site is well established as the largest specialist logistics training facility in the UK. Through our two key brands, The Job Gym and The National Logistics Academy we help thousands of individuals each year to gain new skills. This enables our learners to obtain employment within the logistics sector and drives the long-term growth of the industry. We work with some of the biggest brands in the country, including Aldi, Wincanton and AO, delivering approximately 400 Apprenticeships, over 2500 Large Goods Vehicle licences and 1,100 Forklift Truck licences each year. The organisation is dedicated to deliver interventions that develop the 'Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours to enable learners to thrive in life and work'. We have an exciting opportunity for a Warehouse Tutor to join our friendly team. The position is full-time, working 37.5 hours a week based in Middleton, Greater Manchester. Flexibility will be required occasionally to support our after-hours delivery model. Role Your main role is to work in the Employability/Job Gym Department, teaching course qualifications, creating learning plans, and tracking learner progress. You will motivate various groups of learners at our Middleton site and online. Your duties will include but won't be limited to: Adhere to all awarding body standards and other compliance as set out by SFA and Ofsted Provide learner support through a variety of means including face-to-face or virtual delivery. Provide learners with information advice and guidance regarding appropriateness of courses and establish records and learning goals suited to the learner's needs Induct learners into the learning environment, courses and systems where appropriate. Create, set and mark work-related tasks to help the learner progress through programme Share sector-specific experience and knowledge with learners Work with line manager and department to develop employability programmes. Positively embrace change and equally understand the challenges faced within the Further Education sector. Monitor attendance and performance of the learners on an ongoing basis and effectively report to management Ensure learner requirements are dealt with quickly and effectively Promote Functional Skills learning in a manner that it becomes an activity valued by the employers and learners we work with. Promote Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values within your session Promote and ensure safe working practices and safeguarding of learners in line with current Health and Safety legislation and LCG Safeguarding and Prevent policies. Essential You will be required to have prior experience of at least one of the following subject areas: Logistics Warehouse PCV Any additional courses that arise that meet your skills and experience Skills & Qualifications Microsoft Teams and ICT (Essential) Functional Skills Level 2 Minimum (Essential) PTLLS / CTLLS (Essential) Assessor award level 3 (Desirable) L5 Teaching Qualification (Desirable) Information, Advice and Guidance L3 or above (Desirable) Benefits 23 days holidays plus bank holidays Free eyecare vouchers Subsidised team social events - including summer and Christmas parties Training package available for teaching qualifications