Pipefitting Lecturer

Tees Valley; Tees Valley; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing days

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Job summary

The Education Training Collective invites applications for a Pipefitting Lecturer within our Engineering Team. The successful candidate will coordinate course delivery, monitor student retention and drive achievement across learners, working closely with staff and employers to ensure high-quality teaching and assessment.

We seek a time-served engineer with excellent organisation and IT skills, ready to learn and contribute in a supportive team focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer with hands-on industry experience.
• Excellent organisation, IT and problem-solving abilities.
• Commitment to high-quality teaching and learner support.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate course delivery and ensure high-quality teaching.
• Monitor student retention, achievement and success rates.

Skills

Time-served engineer

Organisation

IT skills

Problem-solving

Education

Level 3 in a relevant vocational qualification

Job description

Company The Education Training Collective

Job Description

Who we are?

NETA is an employer‑led vocational training provider, recently rated Outstanding by Ofsted. We deliver high‑quality training to a diverse range of learners and businesses, specialising in engineering, welding, pipefitting, electrical, gas services and a wide portfolio of commercial courses. Our focus is helping individuals build the skills, knowledge and confidence to reach their full potential.

We are committed to supporting our learners and our team. At NETA, staff are encouraged to take part in ongoing professional development, from training courses to online learning, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to grow and excel.

NETA is part of the Education Training Collective (Etc.) which is a forward‑thinking group including Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training Group and Innersummit. Together, we deliver high‑quality education and skills training across the Tees Valley.

ONE Etc – fuelling ambition and driving success across a resurgent Teesside and beyond.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Pipefitting Lecturer to join our Engineering Team reporting to our Curriculum Manager. As a Pipefitting Lecturer with NETA Training, you will be responsible for coordinating the course delivery, student retention, achievement and success rates whilst working with the wider team to make sure that teaching, learning and assessment is consistent and of high quality

We’re a busy team, working closely with learners, instructors, curriculum colleagues and employers to provide a positive experience and ensure our programmes run effectively.

We’re looking for someone who is approachable, organised and adaptable, who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to supporting our learners and colleagues. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who will bring a positive attitude and be happy to get stuck in — because at NETA, no two days are ever quite the same!

The ideal candidate will be a time-served engineer with excellent organisation, IT and problem-solving skills. We welcome applicants with a ‘can do’ attitude who are willing to learn and develop. Applicants should be qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in a relevant vocational qualification. We can offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work and develop within a supportive and motivated team committed to continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

We are proud that 87% of our employees tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. Here is a snapshot of what you can expect, for further information about all our benefits please see our employee benefits

• Teachers Pension Scheme with 28.68% Employer Contribution
• Generous annual leave entitlement (43-50 days per annum, depending on role) and up to an additional 5 days leave at Christmas
• 2 Wellbeing days per year, paid days off that empower our employees to recharge, reflect or simply enjoy time as they choose- because your wellbeing matters.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including, a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme, 24/7 Online GP access with NHS registered doctors, employee assistance programme, discounts at high street and online retailers, free on-site parking, plus many more.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a public sector organisation, we value the diversity of the communities we serve and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, respect and support. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 9 th November 2026.

Disclosure and Barring Service

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and any convictions that are not eligible for filtering, prior to the interview date.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.

If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you may wish to seek independent advice from:

• Visit Unlock | phone [phone] | text 07824 113848

Further information on filtering and protected offences is available on the Ministry of Justice website

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. For more information, please see our EDIB policy

Right to Work in the UK

All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK, in line with The Education Training Collective’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.

The Education Training Collective offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles, where it is considered appropriate and necessary to meet service needs. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is not applicable to most roles.

Our recruitment principles are based on fairness, transparency, and a commitment to developing local talent. Sponsorship will only be offered where there is clear, evidenced justification, such as:

• The need for specialist skills unavailable in the local labour market.

Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, and visa sponsorship is not appropriate, justified, or approved, we will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes situations where an existing employee’s visa expires and sponsorship is not granted.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is a key priority for the Group. We have robust policies and systems in place to ensure a safe environment for learners and staff, including our responsibilities under the Prevent Duty.

You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.

Applications

• CVs and late applications will not be accepted
• No agencies, please
• All applications must be completed via our website