Teacher in Engineering

Chichester College Group; Mid Sussex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Mid Sussex is seeking a passionate Teacher in Engineering. This role involves delivering quality teaching in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering, with a focus on BTEC National Extended Diploma and City & Guilds. Candidates should have experience in Further/Higher Education and a degree or apprenticeship in the relevant engineering field. The position offers numerous benefits, including a strong pension scheme and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Teachers Pension Scheme

40 days annual leave

Discount schemes

Family friendly policies

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and assessment within Further/Higher Education, especially BTEC National Extended Diploma and Level 2 City & Guilds.
• Proven track record of outstanding learner outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess specialist units in Level 2 City & Guilds and Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma.
• Develop schemes of work, lesson plans and engaging teaching materials to support student learning.
• Monitor learner progress and provide high-quality bespoke support.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Teaching and Assessment

Education

Degree, apprenticeship, or industrial experience in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Teacher in Engineering Ref: WC9555

Worthing College, part of the Chichester College Group

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

This role may be eligible for a targeted retention incentive payment of up to £6,000.

Are you an experienced and passionate engineering professional looking to inspire the next generation of engineers? Worthing College is recruiting a Teacher to deliver Mechanical Engineering and/or Electronics as part of our vibrant faculty and help shape our students' future careers.

As one of our STEM Engineering experts, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality teaching and training to our motivated students. Your expertise and enthusiasm will ignite their passion for Engineering, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this dynamic and evolving industry.

You will be joining our team at an exciting time, as we open our brand-new STEM facility at Worthing College. This includes a bespoke teaching and learning environment designed and built to match the cutting‑edge technology in industry and will support outstanding teaching and learning.

In this position, you will:

• Deliver and assess specialist units in Level 2 City & Guilds and Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma, depending on your Engineering specialism.
• Develop schemes of work, lesson plans and engaging teaching materials to support student learning.
• Monitor learner progress, set meaningful targets and provide high-quality bespoke support.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and college policies.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental initiatives.

Alongside general Engineering Principles and Mathematics units, for Mechanical engineers, this would include Fabrication, CAD, manual machining (lathe and milling), hand fitting, and workshop-based manufacturing processes. For Electronic engineers, you can expect to teach Electronic Devices, Measurement and Testing and Microcontrollers.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree, apprenticeship, or industrial experience in Mechanical Engineering and/or electrical engineering.
• Proven track record of outstanding learner outcomes.
• Experience in teaching and assessment within Further/Higher Education, especially BTEC National Extended Diploma and Level 2 City & Guilds.

This role is a permanent post with an immediate start, if possible. Exact teaching hours and start dates can be discussed at interview.

Benefits

• Teachers Pension Scheme: the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement and a wellbeing day. Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Discount schemes including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (dependent on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities including back to industry days, the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more – check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

We actively encourage applications from those seeking part‑time roles, job shares, or other flexible working arrangements. Whether you're balancing caring responsibilities, pursuing personal goals, or simply seeking a healthier rhythm between life and work, we are here to support you. Our roles are designed with adaptability in mind and at the heart of our people strategy is a commitment to an inclusive environment where different ways of working are not only accommodated but celebrated.

Interview date: 12/2/26

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The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

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