Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

Reed; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive FE opportunities

Dedicated consultant

Health Cash Plan

Access to Reed Learning

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to deliver outstanding teaching at our East London campus. The role focuses on a range of mechanical engineering disciplines and aims to help learners progress to higher education, apprenticeships, and employment.

You will teach across programmes including T Levels, BTECs and Higher National Diplomas, covering topics such as CAD, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes, while assessing progress and providing feedback.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Mechanical Engineering at multiple levels.
• Strong knowledge of current curriculum and educational practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire learners.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Mechanical Engineering teaching across programmes including T Levels, BTEC Level 2 and 3, and Higher National Diplomas.
• Cover modules such as CAD, Thermodynamics, Materials Science, Engineering Mathematics, and Manufacturing Processes.
• Engage and inspire students to reach their potential.
• Prepare engaging lessons and ensure high student participation and success.
• Assess progress and provide constructive feedback to enhance learning.

Skills

Teaching

Mechanical Engineering

Communication

Motivation

CPD

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

PGCE or Cert Ed

Job description

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

• Location: East London
• Job Type: Temporary
• Hours: 36 hrs per week
• Working Days: Monday - Friday

We are seeking a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to deliver outstanding teaching across our Engineering provision at our client's campus in East London. This role involves teaching a variety of mechanical engineering disciplines, aimed at helping learners develop both the technical knowledge and practical skills required for progression into higher education, apprenticeships, and employment.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Deliver high-quality teaching in Mechanical Engineering across various programmes including T Levels, BTEC Level 2 and 3, and Higher National Diplomas.
• Cover key areas such as Mechanical Engineering Principles, Materials Science, Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics, Engineering Mathematics, Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Design and Development, Manufacturing, Processing and Control, and Maintenance, Installation, and Repair.
• Engage and inspire students in the subject, helping them to achieve their potential.
• Prepare and deliver lessons that are both engaging and informative, ensuring a high level of student participation and success.
• Assess and evaluate students' progress and provide constructive feedback to enhance learning.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Relevant teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, Cert Ed).
• Experience in teaching Mechanical Engineering at various levels.
• Strong knowledge of the current curriculum and educational practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire learners.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Benefits of working for Reed Further Education:

• Exclusive representation to leading FE colleges, prisons, and training providers in the area
• A specialist further education consultant who will search for jobs on your behalf
• A Health Cash Plan and Reed Discount Club
• Entitlement to Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay, Parental Leave and Antenatal/Pre-Adoption Appointment Payment
• Access to Training and Development - Reed Assessment Centre - Reed Learning.
• Great referral bonus'
• Access to roles throughout the UK and online/remote learning