Lecturer in Construction and Built Environment

Inspire Education Group (IEG); Peterborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

TPS teachers' pension scheme

On-site parking

Employee wellbeing programme

Professional development sponsorship

Vivup employee benefits

Job summary

Inspire Education Group (IEG) is seeking a Lecturer in Construction and Built Environment at Peterborough College. The role is full-time, all-year-round, with a focus on delivering high-quality construction education and supporting learners across Level 1–3.

You will develop engaging programmes, assess work, provide feedback, and collaborate with employers to support employability, including work experience placements. Training to teach is provided if needed.

Qualifications

• Substantial and recent industry experience in construction.
• Ability to teach learners from Level 1 to Level 3.
• A Level 3/4, HND or degree in construction or a professional qualification.
• A recognised teaching qualification is encouraged; training will be provided.
• Enthusiastic communicator with motivation and safeguarding commitment.
• Strong organisational, IT and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Technical Construction programmes.
• Assess student work and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Set, monitor and review SMART targets to support learner progress.
• Develop engaging course materials and schemes of work.
• Deliver academic tutorials and learner support sessions.
• Maintain records of attendance, progress and achievement.
• Support course co-ordination and internal verification activities.
• Build positive relationships with learners to drive outcomes.
• Assist with work experience placements and employer engagement.
• Participate in student recruitment, enrolment and promotions.
• Embed English, maths and digital learning within teaching practice.

Skills

Industry experience in construction

Teaching ability

Strong IT skills

Education

Level 3/4, HND or degree in construction

Job description

Lecturer in Construction and Built Environment

Hours: 37 hours per week, all year round

Contract: Permanent

Contract Type: All year round

Location: Peterborough College

Closing Date: 8th September 2026

Inspire the next generation of construction professionals while shaping skills that build successful careers and stronger communities.

In this busy and exciting role, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality learning experiences to students studying Construction and Built Environment programmes. You will teach, support and motivate learners across a range of Technical Construction courses, helping them develop the practical skills, knowledge and confidence needed to succeed in industry.

Working closely with colleagues, employers and industry partners, you will contribute to the development and delivery of engaging programmes that achieve excellent student outcomes. You will support learners throughout their journey, monitoring progress, setting targets and providing the guidance and encouragement needed for them to reach their full potential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional or existing lecturer who is passionate about sharing their knowledge and helping to develop the future workforce.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Technical Construction programmes
• Assess student work and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Set, monitor and review SMART targets to support learner progress
• Develop engaging course materials and schemes of work
• Deliver academic tutorials and learner support sessions
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress and achievement
• Support course co-ordination and internal verification activities
• Build positive relationships with learners to drive successful outcomes
• Assist with work experience placements and employer engagement
• Participate in student recruitment, enrolment and promotional activities
• Embed English, maths and digital learning within teaching practice

What we're looking for:

You will have substantial and recent industry experience within the construction sector together with strong technical knowledge that enables you to teach learners from Level 1 to Level 3. A relevant Level 3, Level 4, HND, degree or professional qualification is essential, and applicants with a recognised teaching qualification are particularly encouraged to apply. For candidates without a teaching qualification, full support and training will be provided to achieve this.

You will be an enthusiastic and inspirational communicator with the ability to motivate learners, promote positive behaviour and adapt your teaching approach to meet a variety of learning needs. Strong organisational, IT and interpersonal skills are essential, along with a commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and continuous professional development.

If you're ready to share your industry expertise and help shape the future of construction talent, we'd love to hear from you.

IEG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous Leave: 37 days of annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
• Competitive Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.