Vocational Instructor

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Brogymnasiet in Kristinehamn is now seeking a vocational instructor with broad professional expertise who wants to contribute to developing education for students in introductory programs. This position is primarily aimed at students who need a more practical, work-oriented, and individualized pathway toward employment. The education may be organized as vocational packages or in an apprenticeship-like format, where students have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills within one or several vocational areas. A possible profile for this position is facility management, but other vocational areas may also be relevant. What is important is that we can offer young people a meaningful and motivating education that strengthens their vocational competence and increases their opportunities to move forward to work, internships, apprenticeship training, or continued studies. Brogymnasiet is a workplace characterized by clear teamwork where the student is at the center. Students need support to succeed in both practical and theoretical parts of the education, and you will have an important role in the work team. Together, we create a safe learning environment where students can develop, build self-esteem, and prepare for working life. Brogymnasiet has several national programs, introductory programs, and adapted upper secondary school. The school has approximately 620 students and 80 competent staff members. There is a well-developed student health organization. Our goal is for the school's students to receive a pleasant and personal reception and always meet professional and competent adults who help them achieve as much as possible. The school's development work is based on, among other things, formative instruction and assessment, language-developing working methods, collegial learning, and early interventions for students in need of support. One of the school's focus areas is to work with motivation-enhancing initiatives for our students. 1 position(s). DUTIES Your work tasks are to teach, guide, and support students in their vocational development. You will primarily work with students in the introductory programs, where the education may have the character of vocational introduction, vocational packages, or apprenticeship-like arrangements. The assignment includes providing students with basic vocational knowledge, practicing practical tasks, and contributing to their development of a professional approach to workplace requirements. Teaching can include, for example, material knowledge, tools, simple repairs, service, maintenance, safety, work environment, customer service, and professional responsibility. An important part of the position is creating structure, motivation, and context for students who need a clear connection between school and working life. The goal is for students to develop vocational skills, feel motivated, and see a realistic path forward toward work or continued education. You therefore need to be able to adapt teaching according to students' different needs, experiences, and circumstances. You will be involved in arranging workplace internship placements, following up, and providing support for both students and supervisors. Since students' internships can take place within many vocational areas, you need to be flexible, collaboration-oriented, and skilled at building good relationships with workplaces and companies. Depending on your expertise, teaching may also be relevant in other vocational programs at the school. QUALIFICATIONS Formal qualifications: Good practical vocational knowledge within one or several vocational areas. It is meritorious if you have experience in one or more of the following areas: facility management plumbing and HVAC sheet metal work painting carpentry railway technology other practical vocational area guiding students, apprentices, or new employees It is meritorious if you have teacher certification as a vocational instructor or other pedagogical experience. You are also welcome to apply if you have substantial vocational experience and a strong interest in working with young people. You need to have a good understanding of workplace requirements and be able to translate vocational knowledge into teaching that is comprehensible, practical, and motivating for students. We would appreciate if you have local or regional industry knowledge and a network that can contribute to developing students' opportunities for internships and future establishment in the job market. A valid driver's license (category B) is required. Personal qualifications: We are looking for someone with a genuine commitment to working with young people with different circumstances and goals. You have good collaboration skills and build trustful relationships with students, colleagues, guardians, the business community, and other partners. You are initiative-taking, self-directed, and take responsibility for your assignment while contributing to the development of the operation. You are flexible and adapt teaching and working methods based on students' individual needs. You work in a structured manner, plan, and follow up your work in a systematic way. As a person, you are stable, secure, and have a calm and professional approach even in challenging situations. With good pedagogical insight, you create an inclusive and motivating learning environment where each student is given the opportunity to develop according to their circumstances. Employment form: Permanent employment. Duration: Permanent, start date: Start date by agreement. If you are not a citizen of Sweden, the EU, EEA, or Switzerland and are offered employment, you must be able to demonstrate that you have a valid work permit or are exempt from the requirement to have a work permit. In Kristinehamn Municipality, we work for active leadership and employee engagement. This is created through dialogue and interaction between leaders and employees, which creates good conditions for job satisfaction in the organization. Our work environment is affected by how we treat each other, and we all have a responsibility to contribute. Together, we work to ensure that the operation achieves its goals and that decisions made are also followed through. A curious mindset and willingness to collaborate are prerequisites for continuous improvements that lead to the best possible service to the municipality's residents. As an employee with us, you can expect support for new ideas, good development opportunities, and that we provide you with the tools you need to perform your work well.Brogymnasiet in Kristinehamn is now seeking a vocational instructor with broad professional expertise who wants to contribute to developing education for students in introductory programs. This position is primarily aimed at students who need a more practical, work-oriented, and individualized pathway toward employment. The education may be organized as vocational packages or in an apprenticeship-like format, where students have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills within one or several vocational areas. A possible profile for this position is facility management, but other…

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job

Status

active

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public

City

Kristinehamn

Address

Kristinehamn kommun

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59.309949432482, 14.111380308644copyopen in

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Published

10. 7. 2026

Edited

1. 8. 2026

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