Lecturer in Automotive Engineering

JR United Kingdom; Poole; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in the UK is looking for a Lecturer in Automotive Engineering on a full-time, permanent basis. This role is crucial for delivering high-quality teaching to students and involves various responsibilities including curriculum development and student support. The college offers competitive salaries and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

39.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to Discount Schemes

Enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme

Excellent support and career development

Qualifications

• Ideally have a Level 2 English and Maths qualification.
• Willingness to achieve a teaching qualification within 2 years.
• Experience in the Automotive Light Vehicle industry (minimum 3 years) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality and effective teaching and learning in Automotive Engineering.
• Prepare and mark student work, monitor progress and create an outstanding student experience.
• Act as a Personal Tutor and represent the College at relevant meetings and events.

Skills

Teaching Qualification

English and Maths Level 2

Knowledge of current industrial practices

Competent in Microsoft Office

Education

Level 3 Automotive Apprenticeship Light Vehicle

Appropriate Assessor Qualification A1 or TAQA

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Bournemouth and Poole College

Location:

poole, United Kingdom

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Posted:

20.07.2025

Expiry Date:

03.09.2025

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Job Description:

Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, is looking to recruit aLecturer in Automotive Engineering on a full-time, permanent basis. In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £39,198 - £43,740 per annum. As of August 2025, this role will benefit from a 3% pay award.

At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College's Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work.

The Lecturer in Automotive Engineering Role:

As ourLecturer in Automotive Engineering, you will deliver high quality and effective teaching and learning in Automotive Engineering subject areas to Bournemouth and Poole College students.

Responsibilities as our Lecturer in Automotive Engineering will include:

• Teach on courses as agreed with the Learning Manager across the Automotive department including Level 1 to Level 3 (Full time and Apprentices), F-Gas, and Electric/Hybrid vehicles to reflect the needs of the department and students.
• Contribute to the design, delivery and future planning and development of the curriculum
• Pay due attention to the principles of inclusive learning including:
• individual learning styles.
• support for students with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• extension resources/activities for students of higher ability.
• general resources, including the use of Information Learning Technology.
• Organise and participate in relevant visits, enrichment visits, ship visits, and liaise with external organisations to enhance the learner experience.
• Create an outstanding student experience which leads to progression or employment
• Prepare and mark student work, monitor progress towards individual targets, keep records and provide timely reports/reviews to students, parents, employers, and College managers, as appropriate.
• Take appropriate responsibility to ensure the health and safety of self and others
• Develop and maintain effective external links related to the delivery of the subject/course and represent the College at relevant meetings internal and external.
• Contribute to the teaching/learning resource bank for the relevant subject/course
• Internal verification
• Act as a Personal Tutor to students, full time students/apprentices
• Representing the College at internal and external events and meetings including student recruitment and admissions events

As our Lecturer in Automotive Engineering, you'll ideally have:

• Level 2 (or equivalent) English and Math's
• Teaching Qualification or willingness to achieve within 2 years
• Appropriate Assessor Qualification A1 or TAQA or willingness to achieve within 1 year (sponsored)
• Level 3 Automotive Apprenticeship Light Vehicle
• Trained First Aider – or willing to undertake training upon starting
• Experience in the Automotive Light Vehicle industry
• Minimum 3 years industry experience light or heavy
• Experience facilitating learning for students in either an educational or workplace setting
• Knowledge of current industrial practices or teaching in field(s) of expertise
• Knowledge of Examining bodies such as IMI or City & Guilds
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications

Benefits you will receive:

As a member of the teaching team at Bournemouth & Poole College you can expect to receive a market rate salary and excellent benefits including:

• 39.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• up to 4 days leave during the Christmas closure period
• Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers
• Enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Excellent support and career development with the help of our Teaching and Learning Coaches and Quality department

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Lecturer in Automotive role,then please click ‘apply' now!

Closing Date: 06 August 2025

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.