Lecturer - Motor Vehicle; UHI

Overview

We are one of the largest partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands, a partnership of 11 colleges and research institutions comprising Scotland’s newest university. As the UK’s leading tertiary education provider, we deliver both further education and higher education courses and that makes us different from traditional institutions. Through an innovative approach to learning and some of the best online learning technologies, we offer our students the complete learner journey, where they have choice and flexibility to study from access level right through to PhD.

UHI Inverness is at the heart of the community. Working closely with businesses and stakeholders, our curriculum and research capacity is designed to meet the ever‑evolving needs of industry and support the strengths and ambitions of the region. Through a personalised approach, we help our students discover their right path, providing them with a combination of qualification and job‑ready skills to succeed in the workplace.

UHI Inverness has locations at Inverness Campus and also the Scottish School of Forestry (Balloch), a growing hub for research, innovation and enterprise set within a 215 acre site.

We are seeking a self‑motivated, reliable individual with a passion for developing others in the Motor Vehicle industry to join our team at UHI Inverness. You do not need to have a teaching qualification to apply, as training will be provided, although some experience of instructing or teaching would be advantageous. You should possess strong interpersonal skills and be an effective team player.

Using an innovative approach, you will deliver Motor Vehicle related subjects to a diverse range of students at various levels, both in workshop and classroom environments. As a professional member of the teaching staff, you will be responsible for lesson preparation, delivery of teaching, and the assessment and marking of student work. This role presents a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic person who enjoys teaching and learning to join an experienced and diverse team.

You will be required to deliver curriculum in an innovative manner with a focus on best practice in the teaching of topics relevant to your role. You will be required to be an effective team member able to deliver a high‑quality curriculum and educational experience.

• Teaching / Facilitating Learning
• Assessment
• Guidance and Support
• Planning and Preparing the Learning Experience
• Quality and Standards
• Professional Practice and Development

• 62 days annual leave per year (pro rata for part‑time staff)
• Scottish Teachers Pension Scheme through SPPA
• 10% Membership Discount at Highlife Highland
• Onsite commercial hair and beauty salon and gym facilities
• Occupational sick pay scheme and family‑friendly leave provisions
• Staff Support and Employee Assistance Programmes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• £60 towards cost of glasses required for VDU work

• The successful candidate will be required to obtain a satisfactory PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland before employment begins.
• UHI Inverness does not hold a sponsorship licence. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to consider candidates requiring visa sponsorship.
• We welcome feedback requests following interview; however, due to the volume of applications, we cannot provide feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted.