Lecturer - Course Leader - Electrical Installation

Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited; Colchester; Ibrido; GBP 30.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Colchester Institute is seeking a Lecturer - Course Leader for Electrical Installation to shape the electricians of the future. You will deliver high-quality teaching, assess learner work and support apprentices, while contributing to course development and quality improvement within the Mechanical and Electrical Services team.

The role welcomes those with substantial hands-on electrical experience and a willingness to obtain teaching qualifications where needed; full training will be provided

Competenze

• Essential: Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification (or equivalent), including NVQ and AM2.
• Essential: Teaching qualification, or willingness to complete within 3 years of employment (or 3 years from first available course).
• Essential: Assessor Award (TAQA) or willingness to achieve in post.
• Essential: IQA Level 4 Award or willingness to achieve in post.

Mansioni

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment in Electrical Installation.
• Mark learner work, design assessments and learning materials.
• Monitor learner standards per awarding body requirements and collaborate with the Assistant Area Head.
• Use e-portfolios to track learner progress and maintain records.
• Provide academic and pastoral support through ILPs and apprentice supervision.
• Manage allocated units and ensure programme requirements are met across learner groups.
• Support the Assistant Area Head in delivering Electrical Installation standards.

Conoscenze

Practical electrical trade experience

Teaching aptitude

Formazione

Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification

Assessor Award (TAQA) or willingness to achieve

IQA Level 4 Award or willingness to achieve

Relevant teaching qualification, or willingness to complete within 3 years

Descrizione del lavoro

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen communities. As one of the region’s leading providers of education and skills training, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking working environment where staff can thrive.

We are committed to championing diversity and inspiring individuals from all backgrounds to succeed across a wide range of sectors.

Job Title: Lecturer - Course Leader -Electrical Installation

Full-time and Part-time opportunities available

Are you already a teacher, or a qualified electrician ready to take the next step in your career? If you have strong industry experience and a passion for helping others develop, this is your chance to step out of the day-to-day of the trade and into a rewarding role where you’ll shape the electricians of the future.

We’re looking for passionate, knowledgeable professionals to join our Mechanical and Electrical Services team. For those new to teaching, full training and support will be provided to help you develop your teaching qualifications while you work.

About the Role

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment in Electrical Installation.
• Mark learner work, design assessments and create engaging learning materials.
• Monitor learner standards in line with awarding body requirements and collaborate with the Assistant Area Head to ensure an outstanding learner experience.
• Use e-portfolios to track learner progress and maintain accurate digital records.
• Provide academic and pastoral support through Individual Learning Plans and work closely with apprentices throughout their training and assessment.
• Manage and administer allocated units, ensuring all programme requirements are fully met for a range of learner groups.
• Support the Assistant Area Head in delivering Electrical Installation standards.
• Promote Electrical Installation courses through school liaison, open evenings and marketing events.
• Engage with employers to organise high-quality work experience, industry talks, live projects and enrichment opportunities.
• Contribute to quality monitoring, action planning and continuous improvement within the team.
• Mentor colleagues where appropriate and take part in evaluation processes and reporting.

This role gives you the opportunity to use your real-world trade experience to make a lasting impact, while developing a fulfilling new career in education.

Essential Qualifications

• Level 3 Electrical Installation qualification (or equivalent), including NVQ and AM2.
• Relevant teaching qualification, or willingness to complete one within 3 years of employment (or 3 years from the first available course).
• Assessor Award (TAQA) or willingness to achieve in post.
• Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) Level 4 Award or willingness to achieve in post.

Essential Experience

• Substantial hands‑on experience as a practising electrician.
• Strong grounding in the electrical trade with proven, real‑world expertise.

Additional Information

Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please note:

Internal applicants are not eligible for Skill Supplements or the Introductory Initial Payment. External applicants may receive these benefits following successful completion of a three-month probationary period.

Please note:

We do not work with recruitment or search agencies unless formally contracted in line with our PSL.