Lecturer in Carpentry and Multi-Skills (FE)

Bluetownonline; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution in Birmingham seeks a passionate Lecturer in Carpentry and Multi-Skills to inspire the next generation of skilled tradespeople. This role offers the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge facility dedicated to sustainable construction and to contribute to a team focused on delivering high-quality education. With generous leave, a supportive work environment, and excellent professional development opportunities, this position is perfect for those committed to teaching and self-improvement. If you have a background in carpentry and a desire to make a difference, consider applying for this rewarding role.

Benefits

38 days' paid leave per year

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Professional qualification sponsorship

Salary sacrifice schemes

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience teaching carpentry in Further Education.
• Relevant experience in construction and self-development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality education in carpentry and multi-skills.
• Collaborate with senior staff to ensure world-class delivery.

Skills

Carpentry

Teaching

Construction Knowledge

Self-development

Education

Relevant Teaching Qualification

Industry Experience

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer in Carpentry and Multi-Skills (FE)

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £35,116 - £42,882 per annum - AC2

Job type: Permanent, Full-time and Part-time applications will be considered, please indicate on your application your preference.

The University is unlike any other. Standing proud in the heart of the city of Birmingham, they have been delivering career-focused education and training for decades. With around 8000 students across FE and HE level provision, the University is highly respected by employers and industry in meeting the region's skills needs.

The University's mission is to promote and provide the opportunity for participation in the learning process by those with the ambition and commitment to succeed and to maintain a learning community that meets the diverse needs of our students, the economy and society at large.

The Role:

Do you have experience teaching carpentry in Further Education or are you an experienced carpenter looking for a new challenge?

Do you want to join a team developing a multimillion-pound retrofit centre for Sustainable Construction? The Universities' School of Engineering, Digital and Sustainable Construction has developed a cutting-edge facility right in the heart of Birmingham. For the past two years, we have been delivering Further Education programmes for Built Environment. Using only the best resources and high-tech kit in the sector, you will have one of the most inspiring facilities to work in alongside outstanding academic support from across the sector.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated lecturer to join our growing team. You will want to pass on your skills to the next generation and will need to have relevant experience in construction. We welcome applications for part-time or full-time contracts.

You will work with Senior Lecturers and the Head of Department to ensure our delivery is world class and that we produce work-ready students for employment or career progression.

The ideal candidate for this role will be committed to self-development and to keep up to date with industry innovation.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions -28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Thursday 22nd May 2025 at midday.

Interview Date - TBC.

The University is an equal opportunities employer.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Carpentry Lecturer, Construction Lecturer, Skilled Trades Lecturer, Building Services Lecturer, Building Services Lecturer, HNC/D Lecturer, Academic Lecturer, University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher will also be considered for this role.