Lecturer in Engineering (Higher-Education)

onlyFE; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle-to-work scheme

On-site parking

Access to healthcare scheme

Subsided nursery fees

Up to 44 days annual leave per year

Additional annual leave available

Generous Maternity/Paternity pay

Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources

Well-being hours

Volunteering opportunities

Job summary

East Midland Institute of Technology, based at Loughborough College, seeks a Lecturer in Engineering (Higher-Education) to teach Level 4, 5 and 6 modules to HE students, part-time, full-time and Higher Apprenticeship HE cohorts.

The role requires an engineering degree or master, a willingness to pursue a teaching qualification, and readiness to travel to other work locations as needed. Relevant vocational experience in the power sector is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Possess an engineering degree or master in engineering.
• Willingness to work towards a teaching qualification.
• Experience in a relevant vocational industry setting (power industry).
• Ability to motivate students using varied teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teach Level 4–6 Engineering modules to HE students (various modes).
• Contextualise learning using industry experience and expertise.
• Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement processes.

Skills

Industry experience

Teaching intent

Education

Engineering degree

Master in Engineering

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Engineering (Higher-Education) to join our team at East Midland Institute of Technology, based at Loughborough College.

We are looking for an individual to teach variety Level 4, 5 and 6 Engineering modules across the department to part-time, full-time and Higher Apprenticeship HE students.

You will have experience in a relevant vocational industry setting or academic background and be able to demonstrate the ability to motivate students through the use of varied teaching and learning strategies.

Responsibilities Of This Role Include

• To use industry experience and expertise to contextualise learning and develop students’ understanding of electrical engineering and power networks
• To play a key role in quality assurance and quality improvement processes – full training will be provided
• To deliver high quality and challenging learning experiences

What We Are Looking For

• Possess a relevant engineering degree or master in engineering
• A willingness to work towards a teaching qualification
• Willingness to travel to other work locations as often as required
• Experience in a relevant vocational industry setting (power industry transmission/distribution, high current/voltage applications or operating related equipment)

Loughborough College Group is formed of Brooksby College, Loughborough College, Stephenson College and IGNITE Performing Arts. We have a vast curriculum across campuses offering challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students. We are and have consistently invested in providing our learners and employees with an outstanding and unrivalled range of modern facilities and resources.

Loughborough College Group is striving to attract, develop and retain the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of the college.

We are proud to have achieved the Investor in Diversity award and we actively encourage applications from individuals who are currently under-represented and from all areas of the community. Alongside this, we are a disability confident employer, and we welcome everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

As well as our commitment to your professional and personal development, we also offer a generous benefits package including:

• Cycle-to-work scheme
• On-site parking
• Access to healthcare scheme
• Subsided nursery fees
• Up to 44 days annual leave per year
• Additional annual leave available
• Generous Maternity/Paternity pay
• Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development
• Well-being hours
• Opportunities of volunteering within local community and charities

We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and agile working where the business allows. We provide staff forums, staff working groups for sustainability, staff steering groups for Investors in Diversity and support services to support with mental health and wellbeing for staff from different backgrounds.

Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the Gov website. Please note right to work checks will be completed when the job is offered.

Loughborough College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.