Lecturer In Roofing

Only FE; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist further education college in Leeds is seeking a qualified professional to teach and inspire students in roofing. The ideal candidate will possess NVQ Level 3 and relevant industry experience. This teaching role involves leading workshops and classroom sessions while ensuring students achieve their full potential. Additionally, the college offers outstanding benefits such as generous annual leave, pension plans, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

35-day annual leave entitlement

Well-respected pension scheme

Family friendly policies

Discounted travel on public transport

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Funding for teacher qualification

Qualifications

• Recent industry experience in roofing.
• NVQ Level 3 required for teaching role.
• Excellent communication and demonstration skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage and inspire students in workshops.
• Deliver classroom learning effectively.

Skills

Relevant industry experience

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of health & safety issues

Ability to demonstrate skills in training

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Roofing

Job description

Overview

Our College is the UK’s only specialist further education construction college, and we have an excellent reputation for providing quality education in construction and the built environment. We are looking for a qualified trade professional willing to share their knowledge and skills with young people and adults.

Super organised and take pride in your work? Keen to inspire the next generation of Roofers and share your knowledge and experience?

So, if you would like to make a difference and be part of a unique organisation that supports one of the largest and most exciting employment sectors in the UK, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

This is a teaching role which involves workshops and classroom learning; your priority will be to engage and inspire our students to achieve their full potential.

Required Qualifications

• Relevant and recent industry experience
• NVQ Level 3 in Roofing
• Ability to demonstrate skills and understand the needs of learners in a training environment
• Excellent knowledge of health & safety issues
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous teaching experience desirable but not essential

Benefits

• 35-day annual leave entitlement, plus 8 bank holidays and 10 college closure days
• A well-respected pension scheme (Teacher's Pension, with an above-average employer contribution)
• Free parking at all our college sites (first come first served)
• Family friendly policies and opportunities for flexible working
• Superb opportunities for training and development
• Discounted travel on public transport and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts and offers at major high street and online retailers
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Dedicated staff wellbeing events
• Eligibility for DfE Levelling Up Premium Payments of up to £6,000 for FE teachers
• Leeds College of Building will fund successful candidates to become a qualified FE teacher

Application

Please note that all applications should be completed online. Please visit the vacancies section of our website or press APPLY.

Closing date: Sunday 4th January 2026. The College reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications are received. We therefore encourage early applications.

Background Checks

This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and, in line with KCSIE 2025, an online check will be conducted on information available in the public domain.

EEO and Diversity Statement

Our college is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is also committed to the Prevent programme and the requirement to prevent people being drawn into terrorism and expects all staff to share these commitments. Leeds College of Building is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of individuals from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from individuals from an ethnic minority and the LGBTQIA+ community, as they are under-represented at our College. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive to provide the best construction and the built environment education in England.

Recruitment Agencies

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• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee or commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited or speculative application.
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