Practical Instructor in Engineering

onlyFE; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Practical Instructor in Engineering to support teaching across various engineering courses. The role involves maintaining practical equipment and providing technical instruction. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in teaching. The position offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits including a gym membership and a cycle to work scheme.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Reduced-price gym membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Bus Travel

Free eye tests

Discounted professional services

Qualifications

• Degree in a related discipline is essential.
• Experience in teaching or instruction within engineering.
• Ability to maintain and demonstrate technical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff across all engineering courses.
• Maintain practical equipment and deliver technical instruction.
• Assist with strategic planning and facility development.

Skills

Experience with relevant equipment

Instructing and developing practical delivery

Understanding of technological developments in engineering

Education

UK Honours degree or ENIC recognised degree

Minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Job description

Practical Instructor in Engineering

Up to £27,185 per annum plus a potential of up to £5k per annum market premium dependent on qualifications, skills and experience

The Role

Working across both the Higher and Further Education Engineering departments to help with supporting and resourcing the teaching staff across all courses within the College’s engineering programmes including maintaining practical equipment and providing practical demonstration and technical instruction to students. You will help with the strategic planning of the development of facilities and develop a robust maintenance schedule for any equipment, whilst working co-operatively as part of a large team.

What we’re looking for

You should have UK Honours degree or ENIC recognised degree in a related discipline a minimum Level 2 qualification English and Maths. You should also have experience of operating a range of relevant equipment, instructing and developing practical forms of delivery in an Engineering context and experience of the latest subject specific technological developments

What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals

Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.