Lecturer – Construction Trades
Listed on 2026-10-19
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Education / Teaching
Training Instructor / Specialist, Carpentry, College Lecturer
Location:
Perth, Scotland
Salary: £43,402 - £52,247 per annum, pro rata
Final date to receive applications:
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Lecturer – Construction Trades (Various)
Part time, Fixed Term for 3 months
2 x 17.5 hours per week
£43,402 - £52,247 per annum, pro rata
UHI Perth is one of Scotland’s leading Colleges of Further and Higher Education, and a large partner in Scotland’s newest University, the University of the Highlands and Islands.
We are looking to recruit a Lecturer Construction from a variety of trade backgrounds, covering either Carpentry & Joinery, Brickwork, Roofing or Painting & Decorating to join our growing team of teaching staff. You will support and deliver education and training to full-time, part-time, National Progression Awards, Schools, Foundation and Modern Apprenticeship courses.
The campus is well resourced to deliver a sector leading and innovative learning experience in construction trades with a well-balanced mix of classrooms and practical training workshops.
Within your specialisation, you will be responsible for preparing materials for learning, teaching and assessment and the teaching of theory, practical elements, and supervising student work. You will also contribute to the development of the Built Environment, Construction Crafts and Building Services curricula.
You should be appropriately qualified with ideally a certificate at SVQ L3 or PDA level 7 or equivalent apprenticeship / time-served qualification. Further training will be provided for the successful candidate where required.
In addition to the above, you should be a well-motivated self-starter with good communication skills who is able to work effectively within a team. A strong customer- focus and an awareness of high standards is required in the relevant trade industry. You should have a passion and drive to be an effectual and innovative contributor to the continued success of this department.
Previous teaching experience is not essential for candidates with appropriate industrial experience.
Closing Date: 23:45 on Sunday 01 November 2026
Interview date:
Tuesday 10 November 2026
This post undertakes regulated work with children, and a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme check is required. A check will be made against the list of those barred from working with children.
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