Engineering Lecturer – Further Education College

Shape the Future of Engineering

Location: Worthing

Salary: Up to £50 per hour

Contract: Full-time / Part-time | Permanent/Temporary


Are you an experienced engineering professional looking to inspire the next generation of engineers? Do you have a passion for sharing your industry expertise and supporting learners to achieve their ambitions?

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Engineering Lecturer to join our thriving Engineering department. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching to students studying engineering programmes within a modern Further Education college.

About the Role

As an Engineering Lecturer, you will deliver engaging and practical lessons across a range of engineering programmes, helping students develop the knowledge, technical skills, and behaviours required for further study, apprenticeships, or employment within the engineering sector.

You will teach learners from Level 1 through to Level 3 (and higher levels where appropriate), combining classroom-based learning with practical workshop activities to create an inspiring and inclusive learning experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding teaching and learning across engineering programmes.
• Plan, prepare, and assess lessons that meet awarding body and curriculum requirements.
• Teach engineering theory and practical skills in a safe workshop environment.
• Support learners to achieve their academic and personal goals.
• Monitor learner progress, attendance, and achievement, providing constructive feedback and support.
• Prepare students for employment, apprenticeships, and higher education.
• Maintain accurate learner records and complete all assessment documentation.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, course development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote equality, diversity, safeguarding, and health & safety throughout all teaching activities.
• Build positive relationships with employers and industry partners to enhance learner opportunities.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• A Level 3 qualification (or higher) in Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Relevant industrial experience within an engineering environment.
• Strong practical and theoretical engineering knowledge.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to delivering outstanding learner outcomes.
• A passion for developing the future engineering workforce.

Desirable:

• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, Diploma in Education and Training, or equivalent).
• Experience teaching within a Further Education college, apprenticeship provision, or workplace training environment.
• Assessor and/or Internal Quality Assurance qualifications.
• Experience delivering BTEC, City & Guilds, EAL, T Level, or apprenticeship engineering programmes.

Applications are welcomed from experienced engineers who are looking to move into teaching. Full teacher training and support may be available for candidates who do not yet hold a teaching qualification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with regular incremental progression.
• Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme (where applicable).
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Ongoing professional development and funded teacher training.
• Access to modern engineering workshops and industry-standard equipment.
• Employee wellbeing programme and staff benefits.
• Opportunities to work with local employers and engineering partners.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Apply Today

If you're ready to inspire, motivate, and develop the next generation of engineers while advancing your own career in Further Education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of a college dedicated to transforming lives through education and skills.