Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Nelson and Colne College; Nelson; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teacher Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Enhanced sick pay

Job summary

Nelson and Colne College in England is seeking a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to join our team of industry professionals. The role focuses on delivering high quality teaching across a range of engineering programmes and developing practical learning outcomes for students.

You should have a recognised teaching qualification or be willing to undertake one, with strong industry experience; teaching on Pearson BTEC and Level 3 RQF delivery is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to undertake this.
• Strong industry experience would be advantageous and could substitute for a degree.
• Experience with Pearson BTEC delivery and Level 3 RQF subjects would be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Teaching on a range of programmes in the Engineering department.
• Plan and deliver high quality teaching and learning.
• Develop and share course resources and assess student work.

Skills

Team player

Industry experience

Enthusiastic

Education

Teaching qualification

Degree or professional qualification

Job description

Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering
Salary: Up to £41,937 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: 35 per week
Working Weeks: 52 per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Site: Nelson and Colne College
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 1 November 2026
Interview Date: Wednesday 11 November 2026
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Our Organisation

Part of East Lancashire Learning Group, Nelson and Colne College has a national reputation for educational success and is seen within the Further Education sector as a beacon of excellence for teaching and learning. We offer an outstanding range of A Levels, vocational courses, Apprenticeships and Higher Education provision and generations of families have benefited from an exceptional education at Nelson and Colne College.

The Exciting Role

A new and exciting opportunity has become available for a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to join our team of experienced industry professionals. As Engineering has been identified as a key strategic priority for the College Group, we are committed to supporting growth and investment in this area.

Key to this is looking to strengthen our existing team and ensure we have the capacity for growth. On this basis, we are keen to hear from applicants who have experience in any of the below specialisms:

• Experience with T-Level delivery
• Hand Fitting
• Machining (Milling & Turning)
• CNC Machining (Milling & Turning)

The role will be primarily based at our Nelson and Colne College site but there may be a requirement to travel across sites.

This post could suit an experienced practitioner looking for their next challenge, a newly qualified teacher looking to make their mark within an Outstanding organisation, or a talented aspiring trainee teacher looking for support with their teaching qualification.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Teaching on a range of programmes, delivering effective learning for students in the Engineering department
• Planning and preparing high quality teaching and learning
• Developing and sharing resources for the course/subject
• Completing required assessments in relation to student assignments

What We Are Looking For:

• An enthusiastic team player
• Recognised teaching qualification or a willingness to undertake this
• Strong industry experience would be an advantage and could be considered in place of a degree level qualification for the right candidate.
• Successful teaching experience (ideally on Pearson BTEC) with a background in delivery of Level 3 RQF subjects would be advantageous.
• Degree level qualification or appropriate professional qualification (or equivalent level of experience)

What We Offer in Return:

• Eligibility to join the Teacher Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave allowance including a two-week closure over the Christmas period
• Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits
• A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support
• Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards
• Free on-site parking on all College sites