Lecturer in Engineering

Eastern Education Group; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension Scheme

52 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Free parking

Canteen

Company events

Discount schemes

Staff development days

Subject course development funding

EDI and neurodiverse communities

Career progression opportunities

Safeguarding commitment

Job summary

Eastern Education Group is seeking a motivated Lecturer in Engineering with expertise in electrical and/or mechanical engineering to join our teaching team. The role involves delivering and assessing Higher Education Engineering up to degree level, alongside Level 3 Apprenticeships, HNC and HND courses.

You will develop and enhance course programmes, contextualise learning to industry standards, and provide learner support and academic guidance.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in electrical and/or mechanical engineering.
• Ability to teach Higher Education Engineering up to degree level.
• Experience with Level 3 Apprenticeships, HNC and HND is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess Higher Education Engineering up to degree level.
• Support Level 3 Apprenticeships, HNC and HND courses.
• Develop and enhance course programmes and curriculum areas.
• Provide learner support and guidance to students.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechanical engineering

Teaching/Instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Eastern Education Group is seeking a highly motivated Lecturer in Engineering with expertise in electrical and/or mechanical engineering to join our established teaching team. The role involves teaching and assessing Higher Education Engineering up to degree level, alongside related programmes such as Level 3 Apprenticeships, HNC and HND courses. You will deliver high-quality, industry-relevant teaching that promotes student engagement and equips learners with the advanced knowledge and practical skills required for progression within the engineering and manufacturing sector. You will play a key role in supporting both higher and further education learners, including apprentices, through effective teaching, assessment and academic guidance. You will also develop and enhance existing and new course programmes, taking responsibility for specific curriculum areas as appropriate, while ensuring high standards of curriculum delivery, assessment practice and learner outcomes. The ability to contextualise learning to current industry expectations and standards is essential. The successful candidate will hold relevant qualifications and bring current industry experience within electrical and/or mechanical engineering/manufacturing. Whilst teaching experience is advantageous, we also welcome applicants with the capability and commitment to transition into education, supported by appropriate training. Strong organisational, communication and learner support skills are essential.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking engineering provision and support the development of future engineering professionals. What the school offers its staff

• Membership into Teachers Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday allowance of 52 days per annum+ Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time working)
• Family friendly policies and flexible working
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking
• Canteen
• Company events
• Access to various memberships and discount schemes
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Funded subject course development for your role
• Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
• Career progression opportunities
• Commitment to safeguarding