Retrofit Tutor

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College; Filton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Filton is seeking a Variable Hours Lecturer – Retrofit Tutor to plan and deliver retrofit courses while guiding learners toward qualifications. Responsibilities include conducting assessments and staying updated with industry demand. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, along with experience in the retrofit industry. This role offers competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Generous Annual leave entitlement

Professional development opportunities

Family friendly policies

Free Annual Eye test

Free car parking at all campuses

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Sound knowledge of green industry standards and practice.
• Retrofit Industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver retrofit courses.
• Keep up to date with current demand within the retrofit Industry.
• Guide learners to undertake retrofit qualifications.
• Conduct assessments for retrofit-related qualifications.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills

Knowledge of green industry standards

Retrofit Industry experience

Job description

Variable Hours Lecturer – Retrofit Tutor

Reference: REQ001381
Location: SGS GREEN, SGS Stroud, SGS Filton
FTE Salary: up to £41,076.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications or experience)
Hourly Rate: £42.38 per hour to include all preparation, delivery and assessment.
Contract Type: Claims, Fixed Term until the 31st March 2026
Working Hours: Approximately 4 per week initially

At SGS, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Financial Rewards and Benefits

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners' lives
• Competitive Pension Scheme – Academic roles benefit significantly by their access to the teachers' pension scheme (TPS), with a generous employer contributions of over 23%
• Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays – 39 days academic plus additional college agreed inset development days and 6 self-elected development days (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
• Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
• Access to My Lifestyle discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Free Annual Eye test
• All staff members can buy a TOTUM card (formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
• Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
• Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College has an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work-based programmes in a range of subjects – from business to sport, construction to media, GCSE’s and A Levels to Honour Degree level programmes. Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering for retrofit courses
• Keeping up to date with current demand within the retrofit Industry
• Guide and develop learner skills to prepare them to undertake retrofit qualifications while supporting their progression
• Conduct assessments for retrofit-related qualifications, ensuring compliance with relevant awarding body standards and regulations.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Sound knowledge of green industry standards and practice.
• Retrofit Industry experience.

Please apply online by 30th January 2026.

Expected interview date: 9th February 2026.

Contact: [e-mail]

SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.