CNC Machinist Lecturer: Inspire the Next Gen Engineers

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

Job summary

Dovetail And Slate Limited is seeking a CNC/Machinist Lecturer to join as a permanent, on-site role in Essex. The post combines machining-focused teaching with practical workshop delivery and theory, guiding learners toward industry-ready skills.

You will design, plan, deliver and assess CNC programmes across levels, integrating current practices and clear feedback. Prior industry experience and a Level 3 qualification are desirable; a teaching qualification is welcome but not essential.

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.

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 your teaching.
• Assessing learner work fairly and giving clear, constructive feedback.
• Creating a safe, positive and supportive workshop environment.
• Monitoring learner progress and adapting your 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

Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Dovetail And Slate Limited is seeking a CNC/Machinist Lecturer to join as a permanent, on-site role in Essex. The post combines machining-focused teaching with practical workshop delivery and theory, guiding learners toward industry-ready skills.

You will design, plan, deliver and assess CNC programmes across levels, integrating current practices and clear feedback. Prior industry experience and a Level 3 qualification are desirable; a teaching qualification is welcome but not essential.