Tutor Of Engineering: Fabrication & Welding

York College; Bishopthorpe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A large regional college in Bishopthorpe seeks a Tutor of Engineering: Fabrication & Welding. The role involves teaching various engineering units and inspiring students. Candidates should possess a minimum of HND in a relevant discipline, with teaching qualifications being an advantage. The position offers a salary up to £41,313 per annum, generous benefits including 57 days annual leave, and financial support for teaching qualifications.

Benefits

57 days annual leave

Generous Occupational Pension Scheme

Financial support for teaching qualifications

Qualifications

• Minimum of HND in a relevant Engineering discipline or relevant fabrication & welding industry qualifications.
• Ideally have a recognised teaching qualification and assessor/IQA awards.
• Recent experience in the fabrication/welding sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of fabrication, welding & potentially engineering units.
• Inspire and develop skills and knowledge of students and apprentices.
• Deliver across topics such as welding, fabrication principles, and Health & Safety.

Skills

Teaching

Fabrication

Welding

Health & Safety

Engineering Maths

Education

HND in a relevant Engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Tutor of Engineering: Fabrication & Welding

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: Up to £41,313 per annum* (subject to experience and qualifications). Plus generous benefits. These include 57 days annual leave per year (including bank holidays and efficiency closures), Generous Occupational Pension Scheme, and financial support towards a Level 5 teaching qualification if you do not have one (Cert Ed/PGCE) - worth up to £7,000 over two years.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of fabrication, welding & potentially engineering units across Level 2 & 3 programmes including apprenticeship standards.
• Inspire and develop the skills, knowledge and professional behaviours of students and apprentices in fabrication & welding engineering.
• Deliver across topics such as welding, sheet metal fabrication, pattern development, fabrication & welding principles, Health & Safety, Engineering Communication, and Engineering Maths.
• Contribute to programme delivery for NVQ 2 Performing Engineering Operations, Level 3 Diploma in Engineering & Technology, Metal Fabricator Apprenticeships, and related qualifications.
• Bring confidence and experience with a breadth of engineering topics and be able to lead projects/programmes as appropriate.

About the person

• Minimum of HND in a relevant Engineering discipline, or relevant fabrication & welding industry qualifications and Level 3 experience.
• Ideally a recognised teaching qualification and assessor/IQA awards, or willingness to work towards these with college funding support.
• Recent experience in the fabrication/welding sector is advantageous.
• Experience in leading projects/programmes is beneficial.

About the College

York College is a large regional college serving York and North Yorkshire. We offer a wide range of education options from entry level to degrees and professional courses and are a major provider of A-Level and vocational programmes in the region. We are part of a consortium developing the Yorkshire and Humber Institute of Technology (IoT).

We offer a vibrant working environment with excellent transport links, on-site parking, and facilities including a gym. Staff have access to college facilities and benefits.

Important Notices

Closing date: 8 October 2025 (9 am). Interview date: 16 October 2025.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from all under-represented groups. We are affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG). We are Mindful Employer and Disability Confident Employer, and we recruit on merit with consideration for protecting everyone regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other protected characteristic. We value the contribution of Armed Forces veterans and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.