CNC Machinist Lecturer: Teach & Inspire Engineers

Dovetail And Slate Limited; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail And Slate Limited is seeking a dedicated CNC/Machinist Lecturer in Essex to design, plan, deliver, and assess machining and CNC programmes across multiple levels. The role blends practical workshop teaching with essential theory to prepare learners for industry demands.

We welcome experienced CNC professionals transitioning from industry into education. You will foster a positive learning environment, monitor progress, and help shape curricula to stay current with sector standards.

Qualifications

• Substantial practical experience in CNC, machining or precision engineering.
• Ability to teach and demonstrate practical skills clearly to learners.
• 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 experience

Teaching/mentoring ability

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Dovetail And Slate Limited is seeking a dedicated CNC/Machinist Lecturer in Essex to design, plan, deliver, and assess machining and CNC programmes across multiple levels. The role blends practical workshop teaching with essential theory to prepare learners for industry demands.

We welcome experienced CNC professionals transitioning from industry into education. You will foster a positive learning environment, monitor progress, and help shape curricula to stay current with sector standards.