Teacher - Bricklaying

Job Description and Person Specification

North Devon College is delighted to offer a new and exciting opportunity for a talented Bricklaying professional to step into teaching and inspire the next generation of construction experts.

We’re looking for a skilled, passionate, and motivated individual to join our dynamic Construction team. If you take pride in your trade and want to share your expertise, this is your chance to make a real difference—helping learners build not just walls, but their futures.

• Teaching & Inspiring:
  Deliver engaging, hands‑on and theory‑based sessions in Bricklaying across Levels 1–3.
• Teach a wide range of practical skills including brickwork, blockwork, cavity walls, and setting out.
• Bring additional trades to life, including rendering and basic plastering.
• Create exciting lesson plans and learning materials that make construction skills accessible and enjoyable.
• Support learners in building confidence, employability skills, and professional standards.
• Provide meaningful feedback that helps students grow and succeed.

• Plan and deliver assessments in line with awarding body and college standards.
• Track and support learner progress with accurate and timely records.
• Contribute to quality assurance processes and continuous improvement within the department.
• Encourage positive attitudes, good attendance, and strong work ethics.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet diverse learning needs.
• Champion safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything you do.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, employers, and curriculum leaders.
• Keep your skills fresh and relevant with industry developments and CPD.
• Get involved in curriculum development, enrichment activities, and exciting college events.

• A strong background in Bricklaying with solid industry experience.
• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Bricklaying or Construction Craft.
• Experience in rendering, plastering, or related trowel trades.
• A teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training) or willingness to work towards one.
• Assessor qualification (TAQA/A1) or willingness to achieve.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a workshop environment effectively.
• Experience teaching in Further Education or training apprentices.
• Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) qualification.
• A current CSCS card or recent industry CPD.
• Experience working with both 16–19 learners and adult students.

• Be part of a forward-thinking and supportive team.
• Enjoy a £3,000 Golden Hello to welcome you on board.
• Shape the future of the construction industry through teaching.
• Turn your trade skills into a rewarding and impactful career.

Apply today and build something incredible with us!