Lecturer - Multiskills

West London College; Southall; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Southall seeks a passionate individual to teach at the Construction & Green Skills Centre. The role requires practical construction experience and a desire to shape future tradespeople through both practical and theoretical lessons. Applicants with teaching qualifications or a willingness to pursue one are strongly encouraged. This position offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits, including generous holiday entitlements and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

40 days' holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work scheme

Interest-free loans

Local Government Pension Scheme

Continuous Professional Development opportunities

Access to Perkbox

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts at on-site hair and beauty salon

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering practical and theoretical learning.
• Strong background in construction and multiskills.
• Desire to transition into teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and theoretical learning.
• Equip students with essential skills and behaviors.
• Support aspiring skilled tradespeople.

Skills

Practical construction experience

Teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain)

Experience in further education

Job description

Overview

Hours : Full-time (36 hours per week)

Contract : Permanent

Salary : £38, – £45,

Location : Construction & Green Skills Centre, Southall Community College

Closing Date : 16th December

About Us

At West London College, we embrace innovation, creativity and excellence, and we invite you to be part of this mission. We welcome applicants who share our values of Ambition, Innovation, Accountability, Collaboration and Inclusion. With three campuses across Ealing, Hammersmith and Southall, we offer a diverse and inclusive working environment where your contribution will make a meaningful impact on the education and future careers of our learners.

As one of the most diverse colleges in the UK, we are proud of our culture built on Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement.

For more information about the College, please visit our website.

About You

If you are passionate about Construction and Multiskills and have a strong background in the industry, this role at our Construction & Green Skills Centre of Excellence could be an excellent fit. We welcome applications from both experienced teachers and skilled industry professionals who are keen to transition into teaching—full support and training can be provided.

You will be responsible for delivering both practical and theoretical learning, ensuring students are equipped with the skills and behaviours needed for success in the sector. Experience in further education is desirable, and holding a teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one) is required.

This role is ideal for individuals with practical construction experience who want to help shape the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

Our Provision

We offer excellent facilities and deliver courses from Level 1 to Level 3. Our learner cohorts include school leavers, apprentices working on-site alongside their studies, and adult learners looking to advance their careers. Teaching in further education is highly rewarding, and your industry expertise will be greatly valued.

What We Offer

Our staff are central to our success, and in return for their commitment, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including :

• 40 days’ holiday plus 8 bank holidays and College closure days over Christmas
• Eye care vouchers
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Interest-free loans for season tickets and computers
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with contributory average salary benefits
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities
• Access to Perkbox (discounts and rewards platform)
• Access to the College Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounts at our on-site hair and beauty salon

Additional Information

A recognised teaching qualification is highly valued and will strengthen your application.

To apply, please complete the application form before the closing date.

CVs are not accepted.

Please include a Supporting Statement addressing how you meet the Person Specification outlined in the Job Description.

Important

Applicants must not use AI tools or automation when completing their application. By applying, you confirm the content is entirely your own.

Recruitment agencies are not accepted at this time.

Safeguarding Information

The safeguarding and welfare of our learners and staff is paramount. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is a criminal offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

For more details, please refer to our Safeguarding and Prevent policies.

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds regardless of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or reassignment, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership.

We may close applications early, so please submit yours promptly.