Engineering Lecturer

Engineering Lecturer
Department: Engineering

Salary: £36,614 to £41,194 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Reference: REC2251 | Closing Date: Sunday, 28th September 2025

The Opportunity
 

Barnsley College is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Engineering Lecturer to join our dynamic Engineering department. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching across a range of Engineering qualifications from Level 1 to Level 5.

You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and contributing to curriculum development. The role includes both practical and theoretical elements, ensuring students gain the skills and knowledge required by industry standards.

You will work closely with the Course Leader and other teaching staff to maintain a well-developed and effective curriculum. Participation in student recruitment, departmental meetings, and ongoing professional development is expected.

About You
 

You are an enthusiastic educator with a strong background in Engineering and a commitment to student success. You have experience teaching Engineering subjects and are confident in delivering both practical and theoretical content.

You hold a relevant Engineering qualification and a teaching qualification (or are willing to work towards one). You are skilled in curriculum planning, assessment, and providing academic and pastoral support to learners.

You are a team player who communicates effectively and contributes positively to the college environment. Experience in delivering Engineering qualifications in an FE setting and knowledge of awarding body requirements are desirable.

Required

·         Relevant Engineering qualification

·         Cert Ed/PGCE, Level 5 Diploma or equivalent (or willingness to work towards)

·         GCSEs (Grade C or above) in Maths and English

·         Experience teaching Engineering subjects

Reasons to Join Us

·         Up to 55 days annual leave including bank holidays

·         Holiday purchase scheme

·         Teachers’ Pension Scheme

·         Funded CPD and paid volunteering days

·         Career progression support

·         24/7 GP access and counselling services

·         Discounts on retail, dining, travel and leisure

·         Onsite gym, salon, Starbucks and food outlets

·         Free daily breakfast for staff

·         The Barnsley College Advantage: autonomy, empowerment, wellbeing support, and your voice heard at every level

Closing date for applications is Sunday, 28th September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.