Lecturer in Construction (Carpentry & Joinery - Multi Skilled)

Cheshire College South and West; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Lecturer in Construction (Carpentry & Joinery) to provide high-quality learning experiences. This permanent, full-time role involves developing practical skills and assessing learners. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and industry experience. Benefits include a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and 35 days holiday.

Benefits

Access to world-class facilities

Financial support for teacher qualification

Pension scheme with generous employer contributions

35 days holiday plus bank holidays

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Qualifications

• Higher level qualification in relevant discipline required.
• Assessor qualification or commitment to achieve it necessary.
• Experience in the Construction industry is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop practical skills through demonstrations and instruction.
• Assess learners against identified frameworks.
• Keep accurate records of learners’ progress.

Skills

Experience in multi-skills (Carpentry and Joinery)

Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion

Up-to-date occupational experience

Education

Higher level qualification (Level 3 or above) in relevant discipline

Assessor Qualification (TAQA/A1 or equivalent)

PGCE or commitment to work towards

Job description

Overview

Lecturer in Construction (Carpentry & Joinery – Multi Skilled) (EL815)

Salary: £27,486 – £41,467 (per annum)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 per week

Location: Ellesmere Port Campus

We are seeking a Lecturer in Construction (Carpentry and Joinery – Multi-Skilled) to join our team at our Ellesmere Port Campus. This is an excellent opportunity for an innovative and inspiring Lecturer to provide learners with an outstanding learning experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop the practical skills through demonstrations and instruction in practical workshops and realistic working environments.
• Assess learners against identified frameworks.
• Keep accurate records for learners’ progress in College and the workplace.

Key Person Specification Requirements

• Higher level qualification (Level 3 or above) in relevant discipline.
• Assessor Qualification (TAQA/A1 or equivalent) or commitment to work towards.
• Verifier Award (or commitment to work towards).
• Experience in multi-skills (Carpentry and Joinery).
• PGCE or commitment to work towards.
• Proven experience in the Construction industry.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion in work and the learning environment.
• Up-to-date occupational experience.
• Enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications from Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs) and from current industry practitioners who do not have a teaching qualification. Anyone joining the College will be part of a Lecturer Development Programme which provides staff with a range of support and training based on previous experience and individual need. The programme will offer a range of support and development opportunities, including inductions related to all College systems and processes, an assigned curriculum mentor and regular 1-2-1 support from the Quality team. Industry experts who do not currently hold a teaching qualification will be supported through our Introduction to Teaching at Cheshire College South & West 12-week programme.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for further details.

If you’re interested in this new opportunity, you can apply by sending a completed application form to [e-mail] by 9am on 1 October 2025.

We do not consider applications submitted through recruitment agencies.

The selection process will take place on 8 October 2025.

Benefits

• Access to world-class facilities
• Access to new qualifications to support your career in education
• Equality and Diversity
• Information, Advice and Guidance
• Understanding Safeguarding and Prevent
• Principles of Customer Service
• Financial support offered to obtain your teacher qualification
• Extensive upskilling and professional development opportunities
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with generous employer contributions (28.68% for TPS and 21% for LGPS)
• 35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Employee benefit platform
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants and hair and beauty salon
• Free onsite parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Staff Awards

Equality and Diversity information: Cheshire College South and West is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful applicants will be required to provide a DBS Disclosure, Right to Work evidence and original qualification certificates. Online checks will be carried out and references will be sought.