Technical Lecturer - Electrical Installation

Bedford College Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Technical Lecturer in Electrical Installation to deliver high-quality education in construction. The role involves planning classes, supporting students, and developing the curriculum. Essential qualifications include GCSE Maths and English, plus a Level 3 qualification in the subject area. The position offers a salary between £33,048 and £38,169, benefits including extensive leave and professional development opportunities, and requires right to work in the UK.

Benefits

45 days annual leave

Teacher's pension

Retail & leisure discounts

Professional development access

Access to college courses

Qualifications

• Recent relevant industry experience in Electrical Installation.
• Willingness to achieve TAQA Level 3, PTTLS Level 3, and PGCE or Cert Ed.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and assess practical and theoretical learning.
• Guide and mentor students, monitor progress.
• Contribute to schemes of work and curriculum development.
• Work on continuous improvement and quality assurance processes.

Skills

Excellent communication

Planning

IT proficiency

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Minimum Level 3 qualification in the specialist subject area

Job description

Technical Lecturer - Electrical Installation

Role: Technical Lecturer - Electrical Installation

Location: Bedford College – Cauldwell Street Campus

Salary/Benefits: Salary between £33,048 and £38,169 per annum DOE, up to £10,000 market supplement, 45 days annual leave plus bank holidays, teacher's pension, retail & leisure discounts, professional development, access to college courses.

Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time

This is a UK based contract and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. No sponsorship.

About the role: We are currently seeking a Technical Lecturer in Electrical Installation to join our Construction department at The Bedford College Group.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching & Assessment – Plan, deliver and assess practical and theoretical learning across construction-related courses, ensuring high-quality, industry-informed education.
• Student Support & Progress – Guide and mentor students, monitor progress and provide tutorials and pastoral care.
• Curriculum Development – Contribute to schemes of work, integrate industry relevance and support vocational and employer-linked opportunities.
• Collaboration & Quality – Work with colleagues on continuous improvement, participate in meetings and implement quality assurance processes.
• Compliance & College Engagement – Uphold safeguarding, EDI, health & safety standards; support open days, exams and college-wide initiatives.

About you:

• Essential Qualifications – GCSE Maths and English, plus a minimum Level 3 qualification in the specialist subject area.
• Professional Development Commitment – Willingness to achieve TAQA Level 3, PTTLS Level 3, and PGCE or Cert Ed.
• Industry & Subject Expertise – Recent relevant industry experience, strong understanding of vocational skills.
• Core Skills & Attributes – Excellent communication, planning, IT proficiency, confidentiality, ability to work independently or in a team under pressure.
• Values & Flexibility – Alignment with TBCG policies (EDI, safeguarding, health & safety), adaptability to changing workloads, ability to travel across campuses.

Values & Vision: Successful candidates must demonstrate alignment with our organisational vision:

• Valuing Teamwork – Working together to achieve great things.
• Improving Continuously – Challenging ourselves, sharing knowledge, reflecting and learning.
• Student Centred – Placing students at the heart of all decisions.
• Inclusive – Celebrating differences and diversity.
• Open and Caring – Supporting the wellbeing of staff, students and community.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – Delivering programmes that challenge students to achieve ambitions.

Safeguarding & Vetting: The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Right to Work: This role requires the right to work in the UK and does not offer sponsorship.