Electrical Installation Course Leader (Tutor)

Dovetail And Slate Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)

Generous holiday plan

Staff development days

On-site gym

Nursery

Restaurant discounts

Health cash plan

Job summary

Dovetail And Slate Limited is seeking an Electrical Installation Course Leader to lead and coordinate Level 1–3 Electrical Installation programmes in a dynamic FE college in the East Midlands. You will blend course leadership with practical workshop delivery and curriculum coordination.

We offer fully sponsored professional qualification pathways, a £4,500 Golden Hello, and an annual bursary up to £1,800. Salary up to £38,054 with full-time permanent status.

Qualifications

• Essential: Recognised Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation (NVQ Level 3 / C&G 2365 / 2357 / 2360 or equivalent).
• Essential: Level 2 English and Mathematics (or commitment to achieve).
• Desirable: Teaching qualification (Cert Ed, AET, DET, PGCE), TAQA/CAVA assessor, or IQA award.
• Current industry experience and familiarity with 18th Edition BS 7671.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day coordination and delivery of designated electrical installation courses.
• Plan and deliver engaging practical workshop sessions and theoretical lessons.
• Monitor student progress, attendance, retention, and coordinate work placements.
• Support curriculum development aligned with modern industry and green energy standards.
• Actively participate in internal verification, team standardisation meetings, and student recruitment.

Skills

Industry experience

18th Edition BS 7671 knowledge

Education

Electrical Installation Level 3

English & Maths Level 2/GCSE

Teaching qualification (Cert Ed / AET / DET / PGCE)

TAQA/CAVA Assessor

IQA Award

Job description

Electrical Installation Course Leader (Tutor)

Location: East Midlands

Salary: £30,025 - £38,054 per annum (pro rata if part-time)

Additional Incentives: £4,500 ‘Golden Hello' (staged over 3 years) + Annual Bursary up to £1,800/year

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (37 Hours/Week - Part-Time considered)

Role Overview

An Ofsted ‘Outstanding' FE College is seeking a skilled and passionate Electrical Installation Course Leader to join their dedicated team in the provider. This role blends course leadership, curriculum coordination, and practical workshop delivery. You will guide learners through Level 1 to Level 3 Electrical Installation programmes, embedding both traditional installation standards and sustainable construction skills.

Whether you are an established Course Leader/Lecturer or a time-served electrician eager to move off site into further education, the college provides comprehensive financial incentives and fully sponsored professional qualification pathways.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day coordination and delivery of designated electrical installation courses.
• Plan and deliver engaging practical workshop sessions and theoretical lessons.
• Monitor student progress, attendance, retention, and coordinate work placements.
• Support curriculum development aligned with modern industry and green energy standards.
• Actively participate in internal verification, team standardisation meetings, and student recruitment.

Requirements

• Essential: Recognised Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation (NVQ Level 3 / C&G 2365 / 2357 / 2360 or equivalent).
• Essential: Level 2 (or GCSE Grade C/4+) in English and Mathematics (or commitment to achieve).
• Desirable: Teaching qualification (Cert Ed, AET, DET, PGCE), Assessor Award (TAQA/CAVA), or IQA award.
• (Full sponsorship provided on the job if uncertified).
• Current industry experience and familiarity with 18th Edition BS 7671.

Package & Staff Benefits

• Salary: Up to £38,054 per annum
• £4,500 Golden Hello incentive (staged over 3 years)
• Annual bursary up to £1,800 (qualification level dependent)
• Full Sponsorship for: Level 3-5 Education & Teaching, Level 3 TAQA Assessor, Level 4 IQA, and Level 4 HNC
• Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)
• Generous holiday plan + two annual staff development days
• Access to on-site gym, nursery, restaurant discounts, and health cash plan

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We are an equal opportunities employer.