Lecturer A Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

Wigan & Leigh College; Leigh, Wigan; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic college in England is seeking a Lecturer for Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. The role involves teaching subjects such as Machining and Hydraulics to an engaging college community. Applicants should possess a relevant teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one, alongside excellent communication and IT skills. This position offers a salary of up to £45,119, along with a range of benefits including health support and pension schemes.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working

Discounts on travel, parking, and gym memberships

Green Car Scheme

Personal development opportunities

Attractive pension schemes

Qualifications

• Suitably qualified with a relevant teaching qualification (or willing to work towards one).
• Proficiency in planning and managing your own diary.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Join the Mechanical Engineering Department to teach engineering subjects.
• Liaise effectively with learners to complete the course successfully.

Skills

Planning and diary management

Communication skills

IT skills

Experience in Machining

Experience in Hand‑fitting

Experience in Mechanical Maintenance

Experience in Hydraulics and Pneumatics

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

Lecturer A Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

Up To £45,119, Market Factor Supplements may apply

This is a brilliant opportunity to join our expanding community of talented, committed and inspirational colleagues. Working in a dynamic, values‑led organisation, this role is for those who are passionate about development and innovation, within a lively college community.

We offer a range of benefits, including health and wellbeing support, flexible working, discounts on travel, parking and gym memberships through our exciting Benefits Platform, Green Car Scheme, personal development opportunities and attractive pension schemes.

We are looking for a suitably qualified Lecturer with a relevant teaching qualification (or willing to work towards) to join the Mechanical Engineering Department. Subject areas we are looking for experience in include Machining, Hand‑fitting, Mechanical Maintenance, and Hydraulics and Pneumatics.

You need to be proficient at planning and managing your own diary. Excellent communication and IT skills are essential for effective liaison with learners to successfully complete the course.

Attention all eligible FE teachers! You may be eligible to claim a levelling‑up premium payment for teaching engineering and manufacturing. The payment ranges from £2,000 to £6,000 depending on your provider and the number of hours you teach. If you're in your first 5 years of teaching in FE and spend at least half of your hours teaching eligible FE courses at level 3 or below, you may be eligible.

The College reserves the right to interview for this post should we receive suitable candidates prior to the closing date. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. To comply with legislation, you are required to obtain a DBS check for your role. We will be asking Protocol National Ltd/Esafeguarding Ltd to undertake this process on our behalf.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advert should we receive a sufficient level of interest!