CNC Machining Instructor: Inspire the Next Generation

Dovetail And Slate Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail And Slate Limited in Essex is seeking a dedicated CNC/Machinist Lecturer to design, plan, deliver and assess machining and CNC programmes, blending hands-on workshop teaching with essential theory. You’ll convey industry standards and support learners across multiple levels to build practical skills.

You will foster a positive learning environment, monitor progress, and tailor the curriculum to industry needs, including moving industry professionals into education.

Qualifications

• Substantial practical experience in CNC, machining or precision engineering.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate practical skills clearly to learners.
• Commitment to helping learners achieve and progress.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Relevant Level 3 Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Designing, planning, delivering and assessing machining and CNC programmes across a range of levels.
• Delivering a mix of practical workshop teaching and underpinning theory.
• Bringing current industry practice and standards into teaching.
• Assessing learner work fairly and giving clear, constructive feedback.
• Creating a safe, positive and supportive workshop environment.
• Monitoring learner progress and adapting teaching to meet individual needs.
• Working with colleagues to develop and keep the curriculum relevant.

Skills

CNC machining

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant Level 3 Qualification

Tools

Assessor qualification

Job description

Dovetail And Slate Limited in Essex is seeking a dedicated CNC/Machinist Lecturer to design, plan, deliver and assess machining and CNC programmes, blending hands-on workshop teaching with essential theory. You’ll convey industry standards and support learners across multiple levels to build practical skills.

You will foster a positive learning environment, monitor progress, and tailor the curriculum to industry needs, including moving industry professionals into education.