Electrical Installation Lecturer

Dovetail and Slate; Moulton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

TPS

44 days annual leave

Fully funded Teaching Qualification (C

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking an experienced Electrical Lecturer to join the Construction and Building Services department in Northamptonshire. You will plan, deliver, and assess classroom theory and practical workshops for full-time and part-time students, helping them achieve qualifications and progress into skilled trades.

This role welcomes experienced FE lecturers or time-served electricians transitioning from the tools. Support to gain teaching qualifications will be provided as you work.

Qualifications

• Essential: Level 2 or Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification and Maths/English at GCSE level.
• Desirable: Teaching qualification and Assessor awards or FE/HE teaching experience.
• Experience in delivering theory and practical vocational training in Electrical Installation.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess full-time and part-time electrical curriculum cohorts across classroom and workshop settings.
• Act as Course Tutor, handling course administration, attendance tracking, and student progression monitoring.
• Deliver engaging practical demonstrations in dedicated, industry-standard workshop facilities.
• Participate in curriculum development, internal verification, and student recruitment events.

Skills

Electrical Installation qualifications

Teaching capability

GCSE Maths & English

Education

Level 2/3 Electrical Installation qualification

GCSE Maths and English

Teaching qualification (Cert Ed / DET / PGCE) desirable

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer - Electrical

Location: Northamptonshire

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience & qualifications)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (37 Hours per Week)

Role Overview

A prominent Further Education college in Northamptonshire is seeking an experienced, industry-focused Electrical Lecturer to join their Construction and Building Services department. This position involves planning, delivering, and assessing classroom theory and practical workshop training to full-time and part-time students, helping them achieve their qualifications and progress into successful trade careers.

This role is ideal for either an experienced FE Lecturer or a time-served Electrician looking to step off the tools. Candidates who do not currently hold formal teaching or assessing credentials will be fully supported to complete a Diploma in Teaching & Learning and Assessor awards while working.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach and assess full-time and part-time electrical curriculum cohorts across classroom and workshop settings.
• Act as Course Tutor, handling course administration, attendance tracking, and student progression monitoring.
• Deliver engaging practical demonstrations in dedicated, industry-standard workshop facilities.
• Participate in curriculum development, internal verification, and student recruitment events.

Requirements

Essential: Level 2 or Level 3 trade qualification (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation, GCSE Maths & English (Grades A*-C / 4-9), and relevant trade experience.

Desirable: Teaching qualification (Cert Ed / DET / PGCE), Assessor Award (TAQA / CAVA / A1), or prior FE/HE teaching experience.

Package & Staff Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000 per annum
• Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)
• 44 days annual leave entitlement (inclusive of bank/public holidays)
• Fully funded Teaching Qualification (Cert Ed) and Assessor CPD support
• Health Cash Plan, enhanced parental benefits, discounted gym, and free on-site parking

Important Notice

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.

Because education matters.

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