Lecturer and Programme Lead in Automotive Engineering (Light Vehicle Maintenance)

Education Partnership North East; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Partnership North East is seeking a Lecturer and Programme Lead in Automotive Engineering to inspire and educate future automotive engineers. The candidate will deliver lessons in light vehicle maintenance, ensuring a safe learning environment, and engage with industry partners. This role comes with an extensive benefits package, prioritizing staff development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year)

Flexible working options

Access to myLifestyle benefits platform

Dental, eye care & health cash plans

Extensive wellbeing support

Free parking on most campuses

Qualifications

• Qualified automotive engineer in light vehicle maintenance.
• Minimum 2 years industry experience required.
• Teaching qualifications are necessary or to be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver practical and theory-based lessons.
• Track student progress and provide academic support.
• Ensure workshop safety and manage health & safety regulations.
• Develop curriculum materials and assess student work.
• Maintain employer relationships for apprenticeships and placements.

Skills

Industry experience

Lesson delivery

Student monitoring

Health & safety management

Curriculum development

Industry liaison

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance

L5 Teaching qualification or willing to work towards

L3 assessors or willing to work towards

L3 IQA or willing to work towards

L2 or above in English and Maths

Job description

Lecturer and Programme Lead in Automotive Engineering (Light Vehicle Maintenance)

Location: Sunderland

PostType: Full Time

ContractType: Permanent

ClosingDate: 23.59 hours BST on Wednesday 18 June 2025

Reference: 0305-25

About the College

Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for more than 20 years and is one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students.

The College has two campuses across the city of Sunderland, offering a wide range of academic and vocational provision for school leavers and adults. The College aims to develop and positively shape lives, communities, and the economy through teaching, learning and development of skills. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results and Sunderland College has been ranked in the top 25% in the country for student achievement rates. In October 2024, we were ranked as Ofsted outstanding, and we are proud of our diverse student and staff community that provide our students with bespoke education pathways to help them achieve their future career goals.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas -Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

Our Values

As an employer, we prioritize cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

About the candidate

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, qualified automotive engineer in light vehicle maintenance with industry level skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates should have an automotive engineering qualification with a light vehicle maintenance focus.

About the role

The Automotive Engineering (Light Vehicle Maintenance) department is a strategic priority and key growth area within the college and the local area. Our delivery includes study programmes, adult and commercial provision and Apprenticeships at our City Campus in Sunderland.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, innovative individual to engage with and inspire a new generation of automotive engineers to support positive student experience, progress and destination. This appointment will offer the opportunity to play a key role in driving forward quality of the automotive engineering provision reflecting the highest industry practice and standards

Role Responsibilities

1. Lesson Planning and Delivery

• Prepare and deliver engaging, practical, and theory-based lessons aligned with the curriculum (e.g., IMI or City & Guilds standards).
• Adapt teaching for different learning styles and abilities.

2. Student Monitoring and Support

• Track student progress and attendance.
• Provide academic support, mentoring, and pastoral care to ensure student success and wellbeing.

3. Workshop Management and Health & Safety Oversight

• Ensure the workshop environment is safe, clean, and well-equipped.
• Carry out risk assessments and enforce health & safety regulations.

4. Curriculum Development and Assessment

• Develop learning materials, assignments, and assessments.
• Mark student work and provide constructive feedback in line with awarding body standards.

5. Industry Liaison and Employer Engagement

• Maintain relationships with employers to arrange placements, apprenticeships, or site visits.
• Ensure the programme stays relevant to current industry practices and technologies.

6. Programme Administration and Quality Assurance

• Maintain accurate records (attendance, grades, assessments).
• Participate in internal quality assurance (IQA) processes and contribute to audits and inspections (e.g., Ofsted).

Qualifications

• Level 3 or above in Light Vehicle Maintenance
• L5 Teaching qualification or willing to work towards
• L3 assessors or willing to work towards
• L3 IQA or willing to working towards
• L2 or above in English and Maths
• Minimum 2 years industry experience

What’s in it for you?

Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays).
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 23.68%)
• Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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