Lecturer in Civil Engineering - Maths and Structural Engineering

Leeds College of Building; Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning educational institution in Leeds seeks a full-time Lecturer in Civil Engineering specializing in Maths and Structural Engineering. The role includes communicating with students and delivering industry-related content. Candidates should possess industry experience, with teaching experience preferred, and a commitment to achieving professional qualifications. A supportive environment with benefits like generous leave and flexible working is offered.

Benefits

35-day annual leave entitlements

Well-respected pension scheme

Free parking

Family-friendly policies

Superb training and development opportunities

Discounted travel and cycle-to-work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Dedicated staff wellbeing events

Free access to online health services

Qualifications

• Possession of (or willingness to achieve) a Certificate in Education is essential.
• Experience of teaching at National and Higher National level is desirable.
• Willingness to work towards professional membership with an appropriate institution.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with adults and young people.
• Deliver teaching on subjects like Principles of Structural Design.
• Support students in achieving their qualification goals.

Skills

Industry experience in Civil Engineering

Professional teaching experience at National or Higher National level

Effective communication skills

Education

Certificate in Education (or willingness to achieve)

Professional membership with an appropriate institution

Job description

Lecturer in Civil Engineering – Maths and Structural Engineering

Hours: 37 per week

Role Overview

As an award‑winning college, we are always looking for exceptional staff to help us to fulfil our ambitions. Providing aspirational teaching is vital to inspiring the next generation in industry. We have an excellent reputation for providing quality education in Construction and the Built Environment and due to growth, we are currently looking for full‑time (part‑time considered) lecturers in Construction Management to join our team of construction specialists.

If you have industry experience in Civil Engineering and are considering a career in teaching, we would love to hear from you. Potential subjects include Principles of Structural Design and Quantitative Methods for Design Management. We will explore your areas of expertise in more detail at interview and discuss how your skills can best fit within our team.

Key Responsibilities

The ability to communicate effectively with adults and young people is essential. Experience of teaching at National and Higher National level is desirable. Possession of (or willingness to achieve) a Certificate in Education will be essential. (Teacher training will be provided if necessary).

Qualifications

• Industry experience in Civil Engineering

• Professional membership with an appropriate institution, or willingness to work towards achieving this.

• Professional teaching experience at National or Higher National level preferred.

Benefits

The college offers a warm and welcoming environment with outstanding facilities and an excellent benefits package that includes:

• 35‑day annual leave entitlement, plus 8 Bank Holidays and 10 college closure days
• Well‑respected pension scheme (Teacher’s Pension, with an employer contribution of 28.68%)
• Free parking at all our college sites (first come first served)
• Family‑friendly policies and opportunities for flexible working
• Superb opportunities for training and development
• Discounted travel on public transport and a cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Discounts and offers at major High Street and online retailers
• Access to an employee assistance programme
• Dedicated staff wellbeing events
• Free access to private online health services via Dr Care Anywhere

Levelling Up Premium Payments

This role is eligible for the DfE Levelling Up Premium Payments, of up to £6,000 for FE teachers, for those meeting the criteria. Leeds College of Building will fund successful candidates to become a qualified FE teacher.

Application Process

All applications must be completed online. Visit the vacancies section of our website at www.lcb.ac.uk. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Sunday 4 January 2026. (If you have any questions, please send them to the college directly.)

Commitments and Safeguarding

Leeds College of Building is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is also committed to the Prevent programme and expects all staff to share these commitments.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of individuals from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from individuals from ethnic minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as they are under‑represented at our college.

All candidates must evidence the right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, please confirm your eligibility for sponsorship before applying.

Recruitment Acknowledgement

Recruitment agencies are not requested to submit unsolicited CVs for this role.

Leeds College of Building reserves the right to adjust the closing date if sufficient interest is generated.