Teacher - Engineering

Gateshead College; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Mental health support

Teachers pension

Travel support

Discounts (retail/travel)

Volunteering days

Levelling Up Premium

Job summary

Gateshead College is seeking an enthusiastic Engineer to join our Engineering department as a Teacher of Engineering. You will deliver high-quality teaching and practical training across engineering programmes, with a strong emphasis on CNC machining, programming and precision engineering.

Whether you are from industry or already teaching, you will inspire the next generation of engineers, support learners to achieve outstanding outcomes, and contribute to curriculum development and employer

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification at Level 3 or above and manufacturing experience.
• Significant CNC machining experience with turning/milling.
• Strong communication and organisational skills; commitment to learner success.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and practical training across engineering programmes.
• Lead CNC machining focus and ensure industry relevance of the curriculum.
• Assess learner progress and uphold health and safety standards.

Skills

CNC machining

Manufacturing experience

Teaching potential

Communication skills

Health and safety awareness

Education

Engineering qualification Level 3 or above

Tools

Fanuc CNC

Siemens CNC

CAD/CAM software

Job description

location_on Location Skills Academy - Automotive, Engineering, Manufacturing and Logistics

credit_card Salary £35,785 leading to £41,507 per annum

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Job profile for Teacher - Engineering

Teacher - Engineering

location_on Skills Academy - Automotive, Engineering, Manufacturing and Logistics 23/08/2026 Teacher - Engineering

Job details

Salary £35,785 leading to £41,507 per annum Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Region North Package Permanent Job category Teaching Date posted 06/08/2026 Job reference VV2123 Attachments attachment Candidate Pack_General_2025.pdf attachment Job Description - Teacher.pdf

Job overview

Inspire the Next Generation of Engineers

At Gateshead College, we are passionate about transforming lives through education and developing the skilled workforce our region needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic, industry-experienced Teacher of Engineering to join our successful Engineering department.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a background in CNC machining and manufacturing to share their knowledge and inspire the next generation of engineers. Whether you already have teaching experience or are looking to move from industry into education, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Teacher of Engineering, you will deliver high-quality teaching and practical training across a range of engineering programmes, helping learners develop the technical skills, knowledge and behaviours required for successful careers within modern manufacturing.

The role will primarily focus on machining and manufacturing, with particular emphasis on CNC machine operation, programming and precision engineering. You will work with learners across full-time, apprenticeship and adult programmes, supporting them to achieve outstanding outcomes and progress into skilled employment or further study.

Working within our modern engineering facilities, you will deliver engaging practical and theory sessions, assess learner progress, maintain high standards of health and safety, and work closely with employers to ensure our curriculum reflects current industry practice.

You will become part of a supportive and ambitious team committed to delivering an outstanding learner experience and developing the engineers of tomorrow.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is passionate about engineering and enjoys developing others.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant Engineering qualification at Level 3 or above.
• Significant industrial experience within a machining or manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience operating CNC milling and/or turning machines.
• Good understanding of engineering drawings, machining processes, measuring equipment and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A commitment to supporting learners to achieve their full potential.

Desirable Requirements

Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates with experience in:

• CNC programming using Fanuc, Siemens, or similar control systems.
• CAD/CAM software.
• Conventional milling and turning.
• Precision engineering and production manufacturing.
• Apprenticeship or work-based learning.
• Teaching, coaching, mentoring or training within industry (teacher training can be provided).

Why Join Gateshead College?

At Gateshead College, we have invested significantly in our Engineering provision, including modern CNC machining centres, automation equipment, CAD/CAM software, additive manufacturing technology and industry-standard workshops.

You’ll join a forward-thinking department with excellent employer partnerships across the North East, providing learners with meaningful industry projects, work placements and progression opportunities.

Whether you're an experienced teacher or an engineer looking to begin a rewarding career in education, we'll support your professional development every step of the way, including helping you achieve a recognised teaching qualification if required.

If you're passionate about engineering, enjoy developing people, and want to make a real difference to learners' futures, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Gateshead College and help inspire the engineers of tomorrow.

About Gateshead College

At Gateshead Collegewe’refamous for education with Employment Edge,industryinspired education that combineshigh qualitylearning with real world skills.

Forteachersthis means giving your students the knowledge and skills to be successful in work and life and supporting them to be the best they can be. This is what makes our college such an exciting place to teach.You’llget to bring your industryexpertiseinto the classroom andwill workhand in hand with businesses to create experiences your students will never forget.

In return we can offer avalues-drivenorganisationand the chance to work with brilliant people who put students first.You’llbelistenedto and will have opportunities to make an impact. Weprioritisehealth and wellbeing and yourwork lifebalance will be respected. Our inclusive culture meansyou’revalued for beingyourselfand diversity is celebrated, and our commitment to being a sustainableorganisationmeans we always try to do business the right way to make our community better for everyone. We’re committed to supporting your ongoing development which includes access to our Teacher Academy whereyou’llbe assigned a personal coach to help develop your practice.

At Gateshead College we allhave the opportunity tohelp our learnerssucceedandit’sthis clear purpose and shared effort that makes us sucha great placeto work; we hope you think about joining us.

Don’t have a teaching qualification? Don’t worry. If you can bring extensive industry experience and a passion for sharing your knowledgewe’dlove to hear from you.

We'll provide comprehensive training and cover the cost of your qualification while you gain valuable teaching experience. We understand the commitment involved andthat'swhy we offer paid time off the job to attend training. Additionally, you'll be supported by one of our dedicated teaching staff throughout your journey, soyou’llhave the guidance and mentorship needed to thrive in your new role.

OurBenefits :

• Generous holiday allowance 50daysplusBank Holidays.(prorata to hours worked)

• Mental health and wellbeing support, with 24/7 access to an employeeassistanceprogramme and counselling services.

• Career average pension with theTeachersPension Scheme

• Travel support including subsidisedon siteparking, discounted public transport scheme and cycle to work scheme.

• Retail and travel discounts.

• Volunteering Days.

Levelling Up Premium

Eligible further education teachers in their first five years of teaching can claim up to £6,000 after tax from 2 nd March 2026 until 31 st May 2026. They should have a teaching qualification; be working towards a teaching qualification; or intend to do so in the next 12 months. The premium will also be available over academic years starting 2025 and 2026 where teachers meet eligibility criteria.

The premium covers those teaching specific STEM and technical courses in building and construction, computing (including digital and ICT), early years,engineeringand manufacturing (including transport engineering and electronics), maths andphysics.

Check the full list of eligibleFEcourses to see if you can claim a payment.