Lecturer in Electrical Installation and Engineering

West Thames College; London Borough of Hounslow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

West Thames College in London is seeking a Lecturer in Electrical Installation and Engineering to deliver both theory and practical sessions for 16-18 students on full-time courses and adult learners on Electrical Installation and Electric Vehicle Charging programmes.

The role requires relevant electrical installation/engineering qualifications, teaching credentials or commitment to obtain them, and a strong focus on health and safety.

Qualifications

• Must have a qualification in electrical installation/engineering.
• Relevant industrial experience in electrical installations and Electric Vehicle Charging.
• Ability to teach core subjects related to electrical installation, including principals, applications and Health and Safety.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and its impact on teaching and learning.
• Possess appropriate IT skills or be willing to undertake training.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to obtain one within an agreed timescale.
• Experience of teaching in further education.
• Possess assessor A&V awards or commitment to attaining them where necessary.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Awareness and understanding of equal opportunities.
• Awareness and understanding of Safeguarding, Prevent and embedding these into the curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom theory and practical training for 16-18 Electrical Installation students on full-time courses and adult students on Electrical Installation and Electric Vehicle Charging courses.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Deadline-driven

Equal opportunities awareness

Education

Electrical installation/engineering qualification

Teaching qualification

Assessor A&V awards

Job description

Lecturer in Electrical Installation and Engineering

West Thames College is one of the most exciting and successful colleges of further and higher education in London and our vibrant campuses in Isleworth and Feltham have some of the best facilities in the country.

We have a reputation for giving excellent support to our diverse student population. Staff are well supported within a culture of continuous professional development and are encouraged to take on new and more senior roles within the college. Facilities across our campuses in Isleworth and Feltham are state- of -the –art with good public transport links and free staff parking.

We are a values- based and highly inclusive college, serving a vibrant and diverse area, and making a positive contribution to wider social and economic agendas. We offer courses from pre- entry through to Higher Education, Apprenticeship and Traineeship programmes to meet the skills needs of our students aged 14 upwards.

At West Thames College we are committed to safeguarding our students. The safety of students continues to be a primary focus. We practice safe staff recruitment and check the suitability of staff and volunteers that work with young students or vulnerable adults. Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

The purpose of the post is:
to provide classroom theory and practical training for 16-18 Electrical Installation students on full- time courses and adult students on Electrical Installation and Electric Vehicle Charging courses.

Full details of the post can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification.

1. Possess a qualification in electrical installation/engineering.
2. Have relevant industrial experience in electrical installations and Electric Vehicle Charging.
3. Be able to teach in core subjects related to electrical installation, including principals, applications and Health and Safety. This would also include other related qualifications.
4. Show commitment to and be able to provide evidence of continuous professional development and demonstrate its impact on teaching and learning.
5. Possess appropriate IT skills relevant to the post, or be willing to undertake training.
6. Have a teaching qualification or be willing to obtain one within an agreed timescale.
7. Have experience of teaching in further education.
8. Possess assessor A & V awards or be committed to attaining these awards, where necessary.
9. Possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
10. Be able to work to deadlines.
11. Be able to work as part of a team.
12. Have an awareness and understanding of equal opportunities.
13. Have an awareness and understanding of Safeguarding, Prevent and how to embed these into the curriculum.

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Company: West Thames College
Salary: £35,436 to £47,671 a year
Hours: Full-time
Location: TW13 5DR
Working pattern: On-site
Job type: Permanent
Posting date: 10 Nov 2026
Closing date: 30 Nov 2026

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