Course Leader - Engineering

Bridgwater & Taunton College; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Course Leader for Engineering to join their award-winning team. This role offers the opportunity to work with regional and national employers, contributing to the development of future workforce skills in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering. As part of a significant investment program, you will help shape the future of engineering education in a state-of-the-art facility. The college is committed to supporting all learners and offers a range of employee benefits, including a generous pension scheme and opportunities for hybrid working. If you are motivated and passionate about education and engineering, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Competitive holiday entitlement

Dedicated CPD days

2 wellbeing days

2-week Christmas closure

Opportunities for hybrid working

On-site discounted gym

Free parking

BTC Extra discount package

Qualifications

• Relevant skills in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering through education.
• Applied industry experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Engineering and Nuclear Energy delivery team.
• Support employer partners in workforce development.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Industry Practical Experience

Job description

Course Leader - Engineering

Recruiter: Bridgwater & Taunton College

Location: Bridgwater

Salary: £35,713 - £43,301 Per Year, £35,713 - £43,301 per annum *£5,000 Golden Hello with Qualifying Criteria

Posted: 11 Apr 2025

Closes: 10 May 2025

Reference: REQ3336

Sector: Further Education

Job Level: Team Leader / Supervisor

Specialism: Engineering / Motor Vehicle, HR / Training

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Organisational Type: General Further Education College

Teacher Training: Not Offered

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Course Leader to join our award-winning team at Bridgwater and Taunton College.

Due to the success and growth of our Engineering and Nuclear Energy delivery team, we are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team.

Working with regional and National employers such as EDF, MoD, and the National Grid, the post holder will join us at an exciting time as we support our employer partners to build the workforce they need for the future.

The successful candidate will ideally have relevant skills or knowledge in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering gained through education and applied industry practical experience.

We welcome applications from individuals without educational sector experience as support and training will be given to the successful candidate. Existing training or educational sector experience would be an advantage.

Most importantly, you will be a great team player, and be motivated and committed to ensuring all learners maximize their potential, deliver impact within their organisations and are fully prepared to embark on the next stage of their career journey.

Our continuing success and growth mean we have a significant investment programme to support new buildings, facilities, and equipment. Our most recent addition is the new £15 million National College for Nuclear that provides a state-of-the-art engineering training facility. Furthermore, we have invested in other areas of the Campus including the Energy Skills Centre and Advanced Engineering Centre, for the engineering, nuclear and sustainable energy sectors.

BTC offers a range of fantastic employee benefits including:

1. Generous pension scheme
2. Competitive holiday entitlement
3. Dedicated CPD days
4. 2 wellbeing days
5. 2-week Christmas closure
6. Opportunities for hybrid working
7. On-site discounted gym
8. Free parking
9. BTC Extra discount package, this includes top retailers, supermarkets, holidays, entertainment packages and much more!

BTC is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We are also a disability confident employer and we'll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments. We encourage everyone to apply who wishes to and we believe that everyone should have an equal opportunity.

** £5,000 Golden Hello with Qualifying Criteria & Support Towards Relocation Costs. This incentive is for the recruitment of external candidates only.

To view the full details of this role please download the Job Specification (pdf) document under 'Attachments'.

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