Engineering Lecturer (Mechanical/Manufacturing)

South Staffordshire College; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday scheme

Pension scheme (LGPS)

Wellbeing support

Progression opportunities

Job summary

South Staffordshire College is recruiting a full‑time Engineering Lecturer specialising in Mechanical/Manufacturing for Tamworth campus. You will deliver Level 3 & 4 apprenticeships, Level 2 & 3 BTEC and T‑Levels with industry relevance.

The successful candidate will prepare, deliver and assess Mechanical Engineering programmes for apprentices and full‑time learners, and hold or be working toward an FE teaching qualification, plus a minimum Level 4 qualification in Mechanical/Engineering.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised full FE teaching qualification such as DiT, PGCE/PGCE FE, Cert Ed, or equivalent.
• If not currently qualified, you will be supported to work towards one.
• Hold a minimum Level 4 qualification in Mechanical/Engineering subject area.
• Experience of working in the Mechanical Engineering industry.
• Assessor and/or verifier award would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, deliver and assess Mechanical Engineering programmes for apprentices and full-time learners.
• Deliver Mechanical Engineering courses to Level 3 & 4 apprentices, Level 2 & 3 BTEC and T‑Level learners.
• Hold or work toward a recognised FE teaching qualification and contribute to safeguarding and quality standards.

Skills

Engineering industry experience

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Full FE teaching qualification (DiT/PGCE/Cert Ed)

Minimum Level 4 qualification in Mechanical/Engineering

Assessor/Verifier qualification (advantageous)

Job description

Status / Hours: Permanent, Full time – 37 hours per week

Qualified teacher rate: To attract the qualified teacher rate of pay, applicants should hold a recognised full FE teaching qualification, such as DiT, PGCE/PGCE FE, Cert Ed, or equivalent. Applicants without a full FE teaching qualification are still welcome to apply and, if appointed, will be supported to work towards one.

Location: Tamworth Campus

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, including barred list information, as this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

As part of safer recruitment practices and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an online search will be completed for all shortlisted candidates.

All gaps in employment will be explored, and references will be sought prior to interview wherever possible. Only completed application forms will be accepted, CV’s cannot be considered.

We uphold rigorous safeguarding procedures throughout recruitment, selection and induction, consistent with the expectations set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Safeguarding training is mandatory for all employees and will form part of your induction and ongoing CPD.

South Staffordshire College is looking to employ a full time Engineering Lecturer who specialises in Mechanical/Manufacturing. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join this successful team and work within a dynamic environment.

We are looking for a committed and dedicated person with experience of working in the Engineering Industry to deliver Mechanical Engineering courses to Level 3 & 4 apprentices, Level 2 & 3 full time BTEC and T-Level learners at South Staffordshire College’s Tamworth campuses.

The successful applicant will be required to prepare, deliver and assess various aspects of Mechanical Engineering programmes for apprentices and full-time learners studying on our Engineering pathways.

The successful candidate will need to hold a relevant teaching qualification, or be working towards one (PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS, PGCE, Cert Ed), together with a minimum level 4 qualification in a Mechanical or Engineering subject area.

You should have experience of the Mechanical Engineering industry.

If you hold an assessor and/or verifier award this would be considered advantageous.

All applications must be received by: Tuesday 1st September 2026

Panel Interview date: to be confirmed

What you can expect from us

• we care about your wellbeing so have several activities all year that provide support.
• However, time off is also important.
• We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 ‘ME’ days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing.
• We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements.
• The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 20.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.