Course Leader - Bricklaying

Leeds City College; Long Lee; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Long Lee seeks a Bricklaying Course Leader to deliver and shape the curriculum for the joinery trade. The successful candidate will lead the design of new courses, ensuring they meet industry needs and inspire students. Strong teaching background and excellent communication skills are essential, with opportunities for professional development offered. Join a dedicated team committed to shaping the future of apprentices in the construction industry.

Benefits

44 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension contributions

CPD opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Discounted travel options

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in teaching and joinery trade is essential.
• Experience with eco-friendly practices is highly desirable.
• Commitment to professional development required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of new modules for Bricklaying.
• Maintain high-quality delivery and adapt teaching practices.
• Develop comprehensive assessment strategies.

Skills

Teaching and joinery trade background

Strong communication skills

Self-motivation & independence

Adaptable and resilient

Job description

About the Role

Keighley College is looking for a Bricklaying Course Leader to join the team!!

You will be responsible for shaping and delivering a curriculum that focuses on Bricklaying within our construction department. The role combines academic leadership, industry relevance, and a focus on key knowledge, skills, and behaviours to equip learners with the necessary tools to thrive in a rapidly evolving sector.

This position plays a crucial role in aligning education with the growing demand of the construction industry within the community of West Yorkshire. The role requires a dynamic individual with deep knowledge of joinery practices who can inspire both students and faculty to achieve excellence.

What You Will Do

• You will lead the design and implementation of new modules and courses that are relevant to current and future industry needs.
• You'll work closely with the teaching team to maintain high-quality delivery and adapt teaching practices to meet the diverse needs of students while ensuring they acquire the skills required for the joinery trade.
• This includes preparing students for the evolving expectations of the labour market in site and bench joinery sectors.
• Leading a team of educators, you'll encourage continuous professional development to ensure all staff are up-to-date with the latest advancements and industry updates.
• You’ll be responsible for developing comprehensive assessment strategies that provide meaningful feedback to students, helping them progress in their learning and development.
• The role demands a passion for motivating and inspiring students to not only meet academic goals but to think creatively about their role in a sustainable future.
• As part of maintaining high standards, you will complete course-level self-assessments and contribute to ongoing quality improvement plans.
• You’ll play a key role in attracting new talent to the college and highlighting the diverse career opportunities available in this field.

About You

• Strong background in teaching and joinery trade. Experience with eco‑friendly practices and innovation in these areas is highly desirable.
• Teaching experience is preferred but not essential.
• Student‑focused approach.
• The ideal candidate will be adaptable, resilient, and thrive as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self‑motivation & independence.
• Commitment to professional development: Teaching qualification is not essential for this role, but candidates must be committed to working towards one. Continuous professional development in both teaching and industrial updating is encouraged to stay at the forefront of industry and education trends.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 44 days plus bank holidays for Curriculum and Management; 39 days plus bank holidays for Curriculum support and business support.
• Pension schemes with generous employer contributions: Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme, People’s Pension Scheme.
• CPD opportunities: Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days; Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About Us

Keighley College has excellent modern facilities and provides a professional and friendly environment. We pride ourselves on working closely with employers, the local community and other stakeholders to provide curriculum and support that meets the needs of our students. Our core purpose is to improve the life chances of our learners. We are passionate about helping our students to achieve their goals. We have state‑of‑the‑art facilities in a central location, close to public transport links and great industry connections.

Choosing to work for Keighley College means that you will be part of an enterprising, inclusive, inspiring, collaborative, empowering, and dynamic environment. We hope that we will be part of the next step in your career and look forward to welcoming you to Keighley College.

Safeguarding

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre‑employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references.