Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery

Department: Professional Construction & Trades

Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus

Final date to receive applications: 30 September 2026

Compensation: £33,990 – £42,764 / year

Port Academy Building, Liverpool

Full Time Permanent

£33,990 – £42,764.41 + Potential market supplement DOE

50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays FTE

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

Due to continued growth within our Construction Department, we are looking to appoint Full & Part Time Lecturer's in Carpentry & Joinery to join us from September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a developing curriculum area, helping to shape provision and inspire the next generation of skilled tradespeople.

If you are a passionate Carpentry & Joinery professional ready to take the next step into Further Education or an experienced lecturer looking for a new challenge we would love to hear from you

• Teach a range of courses as assigned, ensuring that every student receives the guidance they need to succeed.
• Implement effective feedback and assessment systems to monitor learning progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
• Uphold the standards of our Quality Assurance framework. Manage course administration and organisation as needed.
• Contribute to innovative curriculum development and implementation.
• Maintain a professional and motivating learning environment, applying effective behaviour management practices.
• Continuously develop your teaching skills for the benefit of student outcomes.

• Possess a minimum of a relevant Level 3 vocational qualification
• Track record of successful teaching experience across a range of levels, including up to level 3
• Recent industry-related experience relevant to the academic discipline
• Detailed knowledge of relevant course subject matter and examination and assessment requirements
• Understanding of value added and the use of progress performance measures
• Experience in developing and maintaining external partnerships to enrich teaching and learning.
• Ability to inspire, motivate and raise the aspirations of learners through high-quality teaching

Please see attached person specification for the full criteria

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.

We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

Access to Medicash’s health plans which are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.

You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.

We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.

Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.