Lecturer in Civil Engineering (Maths & Structural Engineering)

Only FE; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational institution in Leeds is seeking a Lecturer in Civil Engineering to inspire the next generation in industry. The successful candidate will need to have industry experience and effective communication skills, with responsibilities including teaching Maths and Structural Engineering. The role comes with excellent benefits, including a pension scheme and opportunities for professional development. Join our dedicated team to provide top-tier education in construction and the built environment.

Benefits

35-day annual leave

Well-respected pension scheme

Free parking

Family-friendly policies

Training and development opportunities

Discounted travel and Cycle-to-Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to private online health services

Qualifications

• Industry experience in Civil Engineering is required.
• Teaching experience at National and Higher National level is desirable.
• Possession of a Certificate in Education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide aspirational teaching in Maths and Structural Engineering.
• Explore candidates' expertise during interviews.
• Help fulfill the college's ambition to provide quality education.

Skills

Industry experience in Civil Engineering

Effective communication

Teaching experience at National and Higher National level

Education

Professional membership with relevant institution

Certificate in Education (or willingness to achieve)

Job description

Lecturer in Civil Engineering – Maths and Structural Engineering

£40,454 – £42,828 per annum

We offer an excellent pension scheme, family friendly policies, opportunities for training and development and an employee discount scheme.

As an award‑winning college, we are always looking for exceptional staff to help us 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. Ideally, we would like candidates to hold professional membership with an appropriate institution or to be willing to work towards achieving this.

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).

Benefits

• 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 basis)
• 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
• 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.

Please note that all applications should be completed online. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026

Please note this position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and, in line with KCSIE (2025), an online check will be conducted on information available in the public domain.

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll need to be paid the salary rate of at least £25,000 per year (for this role) or meet one of the other eligibility criteria. Please ensure you are eligible before applying.

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

Leeds College of Building is 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 an ethnic minority and the LGBTQIA+ community, as they are under‑represented at our College. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive to provide the best construction and the built environment education in England.

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