Teacher - Electrical Installation (Full Teaching Qualification Funded)

Luminate Education Group / Business Support; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension schemes

CPD opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Travel discounts

Flexible/hybrid working

Job summary

Leeds City College is seeking an experienced Electrician to teach Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installation. The role offers full funding to achieve a Level 5 Teaching Qualification on the job and ongoing support from an experienced team at the Printworks Campus.

You will deliver practical workshops and theory sessions, track learner progress, and create up-to-date learning materials that reflect industry standards and sustainable tech trends.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation (e.g., 2360, 2330, 2357, or 5357).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (or commitment to achieve shortly after starting).
• Strong practical industry experience and a passion for sharing trade knowledge with others.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to motivate learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging practical workshops and theory sessions for Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installation students and apprentices.
• Support learners to achieve their qualifications, track progress, and help them transition to industry or higher training.
• Create modern, practical learning materials reflecting real-world industry standards and emerging sustainable technologies.
• Work with a supportive team at Printworks Campus and benefit from funded training to develop teaching expertise.

Skills

Practical electrical installation

Strong communication

Learner motivation

Education

Level 3 Electrical Installation

Teaching Qualification (Level 5 Cert Ed / PGCE) – funded

Job description

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Teacher - Electrical Installation (Full Teaching Qualification Funded)

Job Reference LUM19283/2866

Number of Positions Requested:

1

Contract Type:

LEG - Permanent - Full Time

52 weeks

Commencing at £31,916 with progression to £35,912, plus a market supplement dependant on experience

Working Hours:

37 hours

City/Town:

Leeds

Closing Date:

30/09/2026

Job Category:

Group Member:

Leeds City College

Campus:

The group offers a range of excellent benefits, including:

• Annual leave: Curriculum and Management: 44 days plus bank holidays
• Curriculum support and business support: 39 days plus bank holidays
• Pension schemes with generous employer contributions: Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• People’s Pension Scheme
• CPD opportunities: Annual staff conference plus 2 additional staff development days. Qualifications including PGCE, Apprenticeships, Leadership and Management courses.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives: Family Friendly Policies, discounted onsite spa (Printworks) and gym (Park Lane).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Please speak to the recruiting manager regarding flexible opportunities as these differ between roles.

About the Role

Thinking of hanging up the toolbelt?

If you are a qualified Electrician looking for better work-life balance, predictable weekday hours, and a rewarding career, Leeds City College wants to hear from you.

No prior teaching experience or qualifications are required. If you bring industry expertise, we will fully fund and support you to achieve your Level 5 Teaching Qualification on the job.

Based at our Printworks Campus, you will teach the next generation of electricians in our industry-standard workshops and sustainable tech facilities.

Say goodbye to freezing winter sites, long commutes, and weekend callouts, and join a supportive environment dedicated to your professional growth.

Why Make the Switch?

Competitive Package: Earning potential up to £41,912 (including base pay and ongoing market allowance).

Government Incentive: New teachers transitioning from industry can also apply for the DfE Targeted Retention Incentive, offering tax-free bonus payments of up to £6,000 per year.

Fully Funded Qualifications: We cover the full cost of your teaching credentials while you work.

Great Hours: Consistent 37-hour working week with regular weekday hours.

What You Will Do

Deliver engaging practical workshops and theory sessions for Level 2 and Level 3 Electrical Installation students and apprentices.

Support learners to achieve their qualifications, track their progress, and help them take their next steps into industry or higher-level training.

Create modern, practical learning materials that reflect real-world industry standards and emerging sustainable technologies.

Work alongside an experienced team at our Printworks Campus while receiving full support, mentoring, and funded training to develop your teaching expertise.

About You

Essential (What You Bring)

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Electrical Installation (e.g., 2360, 2330, 2357, or 5357).

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (or a commitment to achieve this shortly after starting).

Strong practical industry experience and a passion for sharing your trade knowledge with others.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to motivate and support learners.

Desirable (We Will Fund & Support You to Achieve)

Teaching Qualification (e.g., Level 5 Cert Ed / PGCE) – we will fully cover costs and give you time to complete this on the job.

Assessor Awards (CAVA) or Internal Quality Assurance (IQA L4).

Previous experience managing group progression or mentoring apprentices.

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.

We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity.

Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We do not accept unsolicited CV’s and applications from agencies and will not be liable for any fee in connection with a candidate that has been submitted speculatively through any agency that has not been expressly instructed for a particular vacancy as part of our Preferred Supplier List.