Lecturer - Electrical Installation

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Job title Lecturer - Electrical Installation Job reference REQ
003316 Date posted 28/09/2026 Final date to receive applications 25/10/2026 Location Paignton Salary £29,978.00 to £38,664.00 per annum Package plus excellent benefits Contractual hours 37 Basis Full Time Job category/type Academic Attachments Blank Job description

Salary: £29,978.00 to £38,664.00 per annum, plus excellent benefits

Contract Type: Permanent, full time. 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Location: Paignton, Devon

Are you an experienced electrical installation professional ready to share your industry knowledge and help develop the next generation of skilled electricians?

South Devon College is looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Lecturer in Electrical Installation to deliver inspiring teaching, learning and assessment across Electrical Installation and related subjects. This combined role includes classroom-based delivery alongside workplace reviews and the assessment of apprentices.

What you’ll do

• Deliver engaging teaching, learning and assessment across Electrical Installation and related subjects.

• Support and assess learners both in the classroom and within the workplace.

• Carry out learner reviews, monitor progress and help students achieve their qualifications and career goals.

• Plan and develop learning programmes, curriculum content and high-quality teaching resources.

• Provide pastoral support and maintain effective communication with learners, employers and other stakeholders.

• Contribute to quality assurance, course reviews and continuous improvement activities.

• Maintain accurate learner records and ensure awarding body requirements and College procedures are followed.

• Keep your industry knowledge current and build strong links with employers and the wider electrical industry.

About you

You will have:

• A Level 3 NVQ, or equivalent qualification, in Electrical Installation

• A relevant wiring regulations qualification

• At least five years’ experience within the electrical industry

• Competence in inspection and testing procedures

• An understanding of delivering accredited courses to a range of learners

• Strong communication, organisation and IT skills

• The ability to work independently and take a logical approach to problem-solving

• A willingness to travel throughout the South West and undertake continued professional development

A teaching qualification is not essential when you join, but you must be willing to work towards one ifnot already held.

At South Devon College we are passionate that excellent teaching and learning can transform lives. We seek to achieve at the highest levels and welcome staff who share our drive for success.

In return, you can expect access to an exciting range of training, apprenticeship and opportunities for degree level study alongside your work to keep you at the top of your game, as well as generous holiday allowance of 37 days pro rata and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

The staff at South Devon College are truly inspirational and this is a reflection on the whole College culture of continuous improvement and support for all of our students and communities.

We aim to provide our learners with excellent teaching and learning. Our staff are highly adept at working with and developing skills and knowledge in learners from different backgrounds. Our staff have consistently high expectations of all students and generate high levels of enthusiasm for participation in, and commitment to learning.

Our staff are integral to maintaining our passion and high-performance levels, and we reward our staff for this. Our benefits are designed to…