Carpentry Lecturer

Dovetail and Slate; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Lecturer in Carpentry role based in Cambridgeshire, UK. This full-time, permanent post involves delivering carpentry courses across workshop and classroom settings in a leading FE environment.

You will teach modules across learner levels, provide tutorial support, and contribute to curriculum development while handling assessment and administration.

Qualifications

• Hands-on industry experience in carpentry and construction.
• Minimum Level 2 vocational qualification in Carpentry (or equivalent).
• Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one (desirable).
• DBS check and safeguarding awareness are standard requirements.

Responsibilities

• Teach carpentry modules across learner levels, blending practical skills with theory.
• Provide ongoing tutorial support and guidance to students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and department growth.
• Complete course administration, marking, and learner progress tracking.

Skills

Hands-on carpentry experience

Interpersonal communication

Teaching qualification (desirable)

Education

Level 2 Carpentry (or equivalent)

Job description

Lecturer in Carpentry

Location: Cambridgeshire

Salary: £29,000 - £43,000 per annum

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Organisation

Join a leading further education provider with modern campuses across Cambridgeshire. Boasting state-of-the-art facilities, a vibrant learning environment, and a strong reputation for excellence, the college supports thousands of full-time students and apprentices each year. Staff benefit from regular professional development and a collaborative working culture dedicated to high teaching standards.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated trade professional or educator to join a expanding Construction & Building Services department. You will design and deliver engaging Carpentry courses across both practical workshop settings and theoretical classroom environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach carpentry modules across various learner levels, blending practical skills training with theoretical knowledge.
• Provide ongoing tutorial support and guidance to students throughout their learning journey.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the continuous growth of the department.
• Complete necessary course administration, marking, and learner progress tracking.

Requirements

• Hands-on industry experience within the carpentry and construction sector.
• Minimum Level 2 vocational qualification in Carpentry (or equivalent trade qualification).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and engage learners.
• Teaching qualification or a willingness to work towards one (desirable).

Safeguarding & Selection

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.

Early applications are encouraged, as the employer reserves the right to close the vacancy once a suitable candidate is identified.

Important Notice

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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