Lecturer / Instructor in Electrical Installation

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG); Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Golden Hello £5,000

34 teaching weeks per academic year

Employer Pension contributions

Teaching qualification support

Job summary

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) in Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking a Lecturer/Instructor in Electrical Installation to teach Level 2 and 3 qualifications, including 18th Edition, Inspection and testing, and PAT Testing.

The role requires Level 3 in a relevant discipline, current knowledge of electrical installation, and the ability to deliver to industry standards; a teaching qualification is desirable and support for training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline and 17th/18th Edition Inspection & Testing.
• Willing to study for DTLLS, PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Industry experience in Electrical Installation with current knowledge and ability to deliver to industry standard.
• Well organised and able to manage peaks and troughs of a varied workload.
• Able to communicate effectively with students and peers.

Responsibilities

• To teach Electrical Installation and related units/courses across the full range of the Centre’s provision.
• To teach other specialist subjects for which you are qualified and which are appropriate.
• Engage in core duties including preparation, marking, monitoring student progress, preparing reports, setting and marking of examination papers, developing and preparing flexible learning materials.

Skills

Electrical installation

Inspection & Testing

Teaching qualification (DTLLS/PGCE)

Industry experience

Communication

Organisation

Education

Level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline

DTLLS / PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Lecturer/Instructor in Electrical Installation

Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme

Salary: Up to £42,848

Benefits

• Up to £5,000 golden hello payment
• 34 teaching weeks per academic year
• Employer Pension contributions
• 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/experienced individual to teach on the Level 2 & 3 Electrical Installation qualifications along with a range of part time courses including 18th Edition, Inspection and testing and PAT Testing. The department also delivers specialist short courses to industry.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• To teach Electrical Installation and related units/courses across the full range of the Centre’s provision.
• To teach other specialist subjects for which you are qualified and which are appropriate.
• 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

• Has a level 3 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline and 17th / 18th Edition Inspection & Testing.
• Has or is willing to study for a relevant teaching qualification (DTLLS, PGCE or equivalent)
• Has industry experience in Electrical Installation, with current knowledge and the ability to deliver to industry standard.
• Is 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?

The College Offers And Excellent Benefits Package Which Includes

• £5,000 Golden Hello payment (paid in the first year of employment).
• 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

The closing date for completed applications is mid-day on 28th September 2026.

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.