Lecturer / Instructor in Carpentry & Joinery

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading further education institution in Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking a Lectur er/Instructor in Carpentry and Joinery. The role involves teaching students at Levels 1 to 3, preparing learning materials, and assessing students. Candidates should have joinery qualifications and relevant teaching qualifications, with competitive salary and benefits including up to 52 days of leave and a subsidised gym membership.

Benefits

Employer Pension contributions

52 Days Annual Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Subsidised Gym Membership

Dedicated Teaching & Learning Coaches

Free Parking

On site restaurant with free early morning tea/coffee and toast

Qualifications

• Recent and extensive industrial experience in carpentry and joinery.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 5 teaching qualification.
• Competence to teach and assess up to Level 3.

Responsibilities

• Teach Carpentry & Joinery across Levels 1 to 3.
• Engage in preparation, marking, and monitoring student progress.
• Develop flexible learning materials.

Skills

Joinery qualifications

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified to NVQ level 3

Relevant teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent)

Job description

Lecturer / Instructor in Carpentry and Joinery

Full-time or part-time position available. Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Salary Range: £26,244- £42,848 depending on skills and qualifications.

Benefits: May also be eligible for up to a £6,000 golden hello payment. 34 teaching weeks per academic year. Supporting/Payment of Teaching Qualification.

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).

The inspection report praised all areas of the College's provision and acknowledged NSCG's staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners; teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive; and teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive. In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study.

To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group.

The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery. Candidates should have joinery qualifications with appropriate industrial experience and be competent to teach and assess up to Level 3 in that area. Responsibilities will include delivering outstanding teaching & learning to students, principally at Levels 1 to 3, as well as the associated responsibilities for preparation and assessment. Candidates should hold, or be willing to work towards, a Level 5 teaching qualification and Assessor/Verifier awards.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• To teach Carpentry & Joinery across the full range of the department's provision up to Level 3 with a clear focus principally on 16‑18 full‑time students at Level 1, 2 and 3 along with the development of learners on an apprenticeship pathway.
• Engage in core duties including preparation, marking, monitoring student progress, preparing reports, setting and marking of examination papers, developing and preparing flexible learning materials.

Required Skills and Experience

• Qualified to NVQ level 3 in a relevant subject and has recent and extensive industrial experience.
• Has a relevant teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent) or willingness to train for one.
• To be well organised and able to manage the peaks and troughs of a varied workload.
• Able to communicate effectively with students and peers.

What's in it for you?

• Employer Pension contributions.
• Up to 52 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays & Christmas Closure).
• Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary sacrifice).
• Subsidised Gym Membership.
• Health‑related benefits including a subsidised Health Scheme.
• Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget).
• Dedicated Teaching & Learning Coaches for New Staff.
• Remission provided for your first year in post.
• Free Parking.
• On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast.

How to apply

To apply for the role of Lecturer/Instructor in Carpentry and Joinery, please click on 'Apply' and complete an online application form.

The closing date for completed applications is midday on Sunday 7th December 2025.

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college-based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.