Mechanical engineering lecturer

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a passionate FE Mechanical Engineering Lecturer to inspire and educate vocational learners. This role emphasizes practical skills, including the operation of lathes, milling machines, and CNC technology. The successful candidate will engage students aged 16-19, fostering a dynamic learning environment. With support for advanced teaching qualifications, this position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of aspiring engineers. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence in education and student success.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related subject.
• Experience of teaching in the Mechanical Engineering area is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach Mechanical Engineering programmes at levels 1, 2, and 3 focusing on practical skills.
• Assist in course development and manage course timetables.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Teaching Experience

Workshop Skills

CNC Operation

Welding

Engineering Maintenance

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced Level Teaching Qualification (e.g., DET, PGCE)

Tools

Lathes

Milling Machines

CNC Machines

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FE Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering - Full Time - Uxbridge, London - Permanent Contract

FE Mechanical Engineering Lecturer

£38,035-£44,969 per annum plus up to £5000 Industry Sector Payment per annum, depending on skills and experience (including London weighting)

Full time, Permanent

Uxbridge, London

Start Date to be confirmed

Deadline for applications 8th May 2024

At Clarus Education, we are working with an FE College who are seeking to appoint a FE Mechanical Engineering Lecturer, based at Uxbridge Campus.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual with a background in Mechanical Engineering and practical workshop skills to teach across a range of programmes to our vocational learners, mainly aged between 16 and 19 years old. You would teach across a range ofprogrammes at levels 1, 2 and 3 in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on practical skills, such as bench work, lathes, milling, CNC, welding, projects, and engineering maintenance across different awarding bodies such as Pearson, EAL and City & Guilds.

You will need to be qualified to Level 3 in a relevant subject area with practical mechanical engineering workshop experience.

You will have some teaching/training experience within the subject area and the ability to engage and inspire young vocational learners aged 16-19.

Practical experience of lathes, milling machines and other workshop equipment is an essential requirement for this post.

If you do not already possess an advanced level teaching qualification, the FE College will support you to achieve this.

All lecturers have a generic list of duties (see below). Duties specific to the Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering include: -

• To teach on a range of programmes at levels 1, 2 and 3 in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on practical skills across different awarding bodies i.e. Pearson, EAL and City & Guilds
• To teach on a range of practical skills classes such as bench work, lathes, milling, CNC, welding, projects, engineering maintenance, etc.
• To assist course team leaders / section manager with course timetables within the area.
• To assist the Head of School in the initiation, planning and development of new courses within the area of Engineering.
• To assist the course team leaders/ section manager with staff, venue and commercial training timetables within the School.

Person Specification:

*Minimum of Level 3 qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related subject
*An advanced level teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (e.g. DET, PGCE) ** or willing to work towards a Level 5 teaching qualification, supported by the College
* Assessor qualification or willingness to undertake one
*Must have experience of teaching in the Mechanical Engineering area
*Must have experience working in the Mechanical Engineering industry setting is desirable
*Experience in delivering practical mechanical engineering workshops using bench work, lathes, milling machines, CNC, welding, projects, engineering maintenance, etc
* Evidence of delivering high rates of student attendance, retention and achievement, including details of the methods you have used to achieve this
* The ability to engage and inspire vocational learners aged 16-19
* Up-to-date knowledge of Mechanical Engineering and evidence of continuing professional development
* Ability to take on course leadership responsibilities

If you are interested in this Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering opportunity, APPLY NOW to be considered for an interview!

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Please note we do not offer sponsorship and you must have the Right to Work in the UK for this position.

Apply for this opportunity by sending your CV to Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted)!