Careers at Derwent Training
Work with us
Bring Your Industry Expertise to a Leading Training Hub

At Derwent Training, we do more than just deliver qualifications, we build the future of the region’s workforce.

When you join our team, you become part of an environment that prioritises honesty, integrity, and collective success.

  • A Mission with Meaning: Your expertise directly impacts the careers of the next generation of specialists and the growth of local businesses.

  • A Culture of Continuous Growth: We don’t just “do” CPD for our learners, we invest in your professional development, ensuring you stay at the forefront of your field.

  • Autonomy & Innovation: We value fresh eyes. We encourage our staff to improve processes, suggest new practices, and lead the way in training delivery.

  • Growth & Wellbeing: We are committed to an ethos of honesty and integrity, providing a workplace where work-life balance and career progression go hand-in-hand.
Why work with us?
Honesty

Integrity is at the heart of everything we do. We maintain an open, honest dialogue with ourselves and our partners, using self-reflection as a tool for constant evolution. By being transparent about our processes and our goals, we create an environment of total trust, allowing us to work together to turn incremental progress into extraordinary results.

Learner-first

At Derwent Training, every decision, from the layout of our workshops to the evolution of our internal policies, is made with the learner in mind. This clarity of mission means that when you join our team, you’ll never have to guess our priorities. You’ll have the confidence of a clear direction, knowing that your daily role is directly contributing to someone’s breakthrough and career success.

Ethics

We believe that strong values drive great results. Whether it’s fostering an inclusive workplace or being transparent in our business practices, Team Derwent is defined by a deep sense of responsibility. We project these ethics into every relationship we build, ensuring that our learners and partners are supported by a provider that always does the right thing.

Forward-thinking

Our goal is constant, purposeful movement. We believe that staying ahead of industry standards requires a proactive mindset from every member of our team. By valuing the unique perspective each employee and learner brings, we foster a culture of collective innovation. Here, forward thinking means constantly refining our craft to ensure we remain the region’s provider of choice.

Benefits of working at Derwent Training
Work a 9-day fortnight (with every second Friday off)
Pension scheme
Generous 26 days’ leave entitlement (plus bank holidays and additional days over Christmas period)
A day off for your birthday
Support with your development e.g. teaching qualifications, CPD opportunities
Organisational structure

A Collaborative, Mission-Driven Structure

We operate with a lean, agile structure designed to keep us connected to our learners and employers. As a not-for-profit organisation, we are governed by a Board of Non-Executive Directors and report to the Charity Commission, ensuring that every decision we make is rooted in our mission to deliver excellence, not dividends.

  • Senior Leadership: Our SLT works directly alongside our frontline teams, fostering an open-door culture where ideas move fast.

  • Business Support: A multi-disciplinary powerhouse covering Sales, Marketing, Employer Liaison, Procurement, Estates Management and Data Management.

  • Training Excellence: A dedicated Training Team of industry experts delivering our comprehensive curriculum with precision and passion.

Current opportunities

We are happy to receive CVs directly from:

  • Time-served engineers with relevant teaching or engineering qualifications 
  • Individuals from professional services sector with relevant teaching or professional qualifications

Please send your CV to the Chief Executive Officer, Claire Gavaghan on claire.gavaghan@derwenttraining.co.uk