Lecturer - Multi Skills

Newham College of Further Education; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK further education college is seeking a Lecturer in Multi Skills to teach and support learners in construction at Stratford Campus. The role includes delivering engaging lessons, fostering skills needed for successful careers, and acting as a Course Tutor. Ideal candidates have teaching qualifications and relevant industry experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills. This position contributes to a supportive educational environment while offering competitive pay in line with London's living costs.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive workplace and community development initiatives

Qualifications

• Passionate about teaching and inspiring learners.
• Willingness to work towards a teaching qualification.
• Recent experience in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching across courses.
• Act as a Course Tutor providing academic guidance.
• Monitor attendance and support learners with additional needs.

Skills

Teaching and assessment

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Commitment to Equality and Diversity

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Level 3 qualification in relevant construction discipline

Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS)

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Lecturer in Multi Skills to join our Construction, Engineering and Green Technologies Faculty at Stratford Campus. In this exciting role, you will teach, assess, and inspire learners across our Multi Skills Construction programme from Entry level – Level 2, helping students gain essential trade knowledge and employability skills for a successful career in the construction industry. You will also act as a Course Tutor for one or more groups, providing academic guidance, pastoral support, and career progression advice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high‑quality teaching, learning, and assessment across a range of construction‑related courses in line with college and awarding body standards.
• Develop and update schemes of learning, lesson plans, and resources that promote effective and inclusive learning experiences.
• Support curriculum and course development within the Multi Skills area, ensuring alignment with industry standards and learner needs.
• Act as a Course Tutor, meeting students regularly to review academic progress and support personal and professional growth.
• Identify and support learners with additional needs through inclusive teaching approaches and referrals to Additional Learning Support.
• Monitor attendance, achievement, and learner conduct, ensuring a positive learning environment that encourages success.
• Contribute to internal verification, quality improvement, and self‑assessment activities.
• Maintain accurate student records and provide timely reports on attendance, performance, and progression.
• Actively promote and implement the College's Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity, and Health and Safety principles.
• Undertake professional development activities to enhance teaching practice and industry knowledge.

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College's mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Recruitment Process

Recruitment will be conducted via email. Please use an email account that you regularly monitor. All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting. The salary for this position is inclusive of London weighting. Please note that we advertise our salaries on a range to indicate the trajectory of progression that can be made. Appointments are usually made at the start of the salary range. We regret that we are unable to respond to every application. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above or a Functional Skills Level 2.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant construction discipline (e.g. Multi Skills, Brickwork, Carpentry, Plumbing, or similar).
• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS) – or willingness to work towards one.
• Recent, relevant industry experience within construction or a related trade area.
• Successful experience in teaching or training young people or adults within vocational education.
• Understanding of Equality, Diversity, and British Values, and ability to embed these within teaching practice.
• Awareness of Safeguarding principles and commitment to learner welfare.
• Understanding of Health and Safety requirements in practical workshop environments.
• Proven ability to deliver outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, all employment offers are subject to employment checks. These include:

• Enhanced DBS including Children’s Barred List check,
• DfE teaching/management Barred List check,
• Online searches,
• Overseas criminal record check,
• Evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK,
• Satisfactory references,
• Confirmation of medical fitness,
• Evidence of relevant qualifications,
• Check of previous employment history.

Newham College London, now merged with NewVIc Sixth Form College, is the largest post‑16 education provider in Newham. With campuses in East Ham, Stratford, Plaistow, and the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT) in Canning Town, we serve over 11,000 students across a range of pathways – including 16‑18 study, adult education, apprenticeships, and higher education. With over 600 staff, four main campuses, and an annual turnover of £60 million, Newham College is one of the borough's largest employers and plays a key role in driving local economic and community development.