Lecturer- Mechanical Engineering

ABOUT THE ROLE

Lakes College is a technical vocational Further Education College delivering education and training to full‑time and part‑time learners and apprentices to degree level. We have a vibrant campus in West Cumbria with state of the art vocational workshops and resources, including the National College for Nuclear Northern Hub. Our mission and purpose are to enable people to recognise and develop their potential.

We are a people business and our mission applies as equally to our staff team as to our learners and employers. We are a Good college and have ambition to be Outstanding by together developing our culture, standards and expectations. We encourage innovation, collaboration and reflection to lead to new ideas and methods. We gather, evaluate and use data to drive operational improvement.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic individual to complement our existing delivery team. The successful candidate will have a wide range of experience in the Mechanical Engineering sector along with the drive and passion to contribute to the expansion of the department as we strive towards becoming an outstanding provider of education and training.

You will be an excellent communicator, combined with advanced organisational skills and have the ability to work with people across a broad range of sectors. This role will compliment a strong existing team and build upon our vision for the future as we grow and develop.

You will possess a NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent and must have relevant industry experience. Recent relevant teaching experience along with a recognised teaching qualification is considered advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided from our outstanding teacher education department.

• Generous annual leave – 45 days plus 8 days bank holiday plus 2 discretionary days
• 23.5 hours teaching per week with 13.5 hours administration and development time (reduced hours if part time)
• Automatic entry into the Teachers pension Scheme.
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching.
• Subsidised onsite restaurant.
• A cycle scheme, tech scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Fantastic facilities to resource our ability to teach our students.

To ensure compliance with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must complete the application form in full. This includes providing:

• A full employment history from the time you left full‑time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.
• Information on all relevant education and qualifications.

Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Your co‑operation helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and care for children and young people.

• Minimum Level 2 Maths and English qualification essential
• Degree in a relevant subject desirable
• Formal Teaching Qualification (Cert Ed/ PGCE / BA Ed) desirable
• Hold an assessor qualification or be willing to work towards attaining desirable

• Ability to confidently manage learner behaviour essential

• Demonstrable in‑depth knowledge of subject area essential
• Recent and relevant industry experience in the sector essential
• Experience of working within the post 16/HE sector supporting learners essential
• Recent relevant teaching experience with good or outstanding observation grades
• Experience in post 16 education / training including curriculum design, delivery, assessment and evaluation
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of safeguarding essential
• Focused on standards and positive outcomes essential
• Ability to instill a strong sense of belief and accountability in both staff and students essential
• Demonstrates ability to work under pressure, prioritise and commit to strict deadlines whilst maintaining the quality of output essential
• Proactive in taking action to achieve goals essential
• Ability to prioritise own work, multi‑task and shift priorities essential
• Demonstrates meeting expectations of internal customers, including students essential
• Dedicated essential

Gary Martin

Hallwood Road
Workington
Cumbria
CA14 4JN

Lakes College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

Lakes College is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

£29,591.00 – £42,083.00 (dependent on qualifications and experience)