Construction Design and Planning Teacher

Medirest Signature; Guildford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An education provider in Guildford is seeking a Design and Planning Lecturer to teach the T Level qualification in Design, Surveying, and Planning for Construction. The successful candidate will have a recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying and experience in teaching, with a passion for training future construction professionals. The role involves curriculum development, student assessment, and maintaining educational standards, all while fostering real-world learning experiences.

Benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Health Cash Plan covering various treatments

Up to 6 weeks paid leave

Flexible working options

Competitive salaries with annual progression

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Experience in delivering Design and Planning T Levels.
• Understanding of students' learning challenges and support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess students on the T Level programme.
• Develop and evaluate curriculum content.
• Maintain administrative records in line with college standards.

Skills

Strong knowledge in construction education

Experience in teaching

Proficiency in VLEs

Education

Recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying

GCSE Grade 4/C in Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Virtual Learning Environments

Job description

About the role: Design and Planning Lecturer

Activate Learning is seeking a passionate and experienced Quantity Surveyorto join their Engineering and Construction team as a Design and Planning Lecturer. This role is ideal for professionals eager to inspire the next generation of construction experts by delivering the innovative T Level qualification in Design, Surveying, and Planning for Construction. The successful candidate will play a key role in addressing industry skills gaps and preparing students for careers or apprenticeships in the construction sector through engaging, practical, and industry-relevant teaching.

Key responsibilities as a Design and Planning Lecturer include:

• Teaching and assessment of students on the Design and Planning T Level programme, delivering high-quality curriculum content to full-time and part-time learners, and supporting student academic progress, attendance, and career readiness.
• Curriculum development and course evaluation, alongside fostering employer engagement, practical learning activities, and coordinating educational visits to enhance real-world experience.
• Maintaining accurate administrative records, lesson plans, and assessments in line with college standards, and collaborating with colleagues on recruitment events, open days, and continuous professional development.

This opportunity is perfect for candidates with strong knowledge in construction education, design and planning, surveying, and a commitment to shaping future construction professionals.

What do you need to be a successful Design and Planning Lecturer at Activate Learning?

The successful candidate will hold a recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying and bring strong, practical industry experience. Ideally, they will also have experience teaching in further education, particularly in delivering the Design and Planning T Level, and hold a RICS-accredited qualification. Proficiency in using educational technologies, such as Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) and Microsoft Office applications, is important. A clear understanding of how students learn-and the ability to engage, motivate, and support them to overcome challenges and reach their full potential-is essential.

Key Requirements

• Recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying with relevant industry experience

• GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent in Maths and English, with confident current skills

• Experience or understanding of further education, ideally with exposure to Design and Planning T Levels

• Comfortable using Virtual Learning Environments and Microsoft Office tools

• Strong grasp of learner needs and strategies to support student progression and achievement

What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learning's mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Who we are:

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

Here are some of our benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing-and-benefits page

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.