Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 32,938 - 43,445; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance programme

Retail discounts

Metro travel

Job summary

Kirklees College is seeking a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering based at the PMC and Engineering Centre. You will deliver apprenticeship training, provide curriculum support and supervise learners toward Diploma or End Point Assessments.

You should have a relevant industry qualification (or equivalent) and experience supporting apprenticeship programmes, with strong prioritisation, communication and engagement with young people. DBS checks apply.

Responsibilities

• Guide apprentices through the learning journey from sign up to completion.
• Assess progress to knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs) following awarding bodies diplomas.
• Support preparation for End Point Assessments (EPAs).
• Assess some work-based skills/knowledge to supplement college delivery.
• Demonstrate our college values of kindness, unity and excellence in the role.
• Commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Job description

Job Reference: 98338
Application deadline: 19/08/2026
Salary: £32,938.00 - £43,445.00

Job Description

Job Title:

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

Salary:

£32,938 – £43,445

Location:

Engineering Centre & PMC

Hours and Weeks per Year:

37 hours / 52 weeks

At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors.

Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others.

We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story!

In the role of Mechanical Engineering Lecturer, you’ll predominantly be based at the PMC and in this varied role you will provide training, curriculum delivery support and guidance to learners who are working towards completing their apprenticeships.

Your key responsibilities will be to guide the apprentice through the learning journey from sign up to completion. This will include assessing apprentices’ progress to knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs) following awarding bodies diplomas, supporting them to prepare for End Point Assessments (EPAs). You may be required to assess some work-based skills/knowledge to supplement the college delivery.

Ideally, you’ll have a relevant qualification within the industry (or be able to prove equivalent ability) and demonstrable experience in supporting apprenticeship programmes. It’s important that you’re able to manage your own work load effectively, prioritise workloads, communicate effectively, engage with young people and demonstrate our college values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.

Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.

We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.

As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.

Vacancy Documents

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