Lecturer in Plumbing

Job Title: Lecturer in Plumbing

Department: Construction

Reporting to: Curriculum Team Leader - Construction

Salary: £29,565 - £43,562 per annum (subject to progression criteria )

Annual Leave: 45 days per annum plus statutory bank holidays

Contractual Hours: 37 hours per week

Teaching Hours: 864 hours per annum

Basis: Full Time, Permanent

Pension: Teachers' Pension Scheme

Location: Middlesbrough College Main Campus

Salary progression beyond Point 11 is subject to achieving and maintaining QTLS/QTS. Progression beyond Point 14 requires achievement of Advanced Teacher Status (ATS).

About the Role

Weareseekingan enthusiastic and dedicatedLecturer in Plumbingto join our Construction department at Middlesbrough College. This role is ideal for an experienced plumbing professional who is passionate about developing learners and supporting them to succeed in their future careers.

You will deliverhigh-qualityteaching, learning and assessment across Plumbing programmes, using your industryexpertiseto inspire and motivate students. You'llalso play an active role in curriculum development, qualityassuranceand continuous improvement, ensuring our provisionremainscurrent, engaging and aligned with industry standards.

If you are committed to learner success and excellence in vocational education, we would welcome your application.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Plumbing programmes that meet the needs, interests and abilities of all learners.
• Create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment that supports learner progress and achievement.
• Use a range of teaching strategies and resources aligned with best practice and industry requirements.
• Plan and deliver assessments in line with Middlesbrough College Gold Standards and awarding body requirements.
• Use diagnostic assessment to identify learner strengths and development needs, implementing appropriate interventions.
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance processes, including awarding body visits and inspections.
• Maintain accurate learner records, attendance, assessment and progress data.
• Support learners beyond the classroom, including availability outside teaching hours when reasonably required.
• Engage in professional development and industry updating to maintain subject currency.
• Contribute to course team meetings, curriculum development and recruitment activities such as open events and enrolment.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience Must have:

• A minimum Level 3 (NVQ or equivalent) qualification in Plumbing/Gas.
• Qualified teacher status or a willingness to work towards a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE supported).
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/Level 4 or above (or equivalent).

Desirable experience includes:

• Teaching Plumbing and/or Gas within a Further Education or training environment.
• Current sector knowledge and awareness of issues affecting curriculum delivery.
• Understanding of progression routes and career opportunities within the Plumbing and Gas industry for 16-18 and adult learners.

You will also demonstrate:

• Excellent communication, organization and time management skills.
• Confidence in managing learner behaviour positively and effectively.
• The ability to produce high quality teaching materials using ILT and digital platforms such as VLEs and PowerPoint.

Why Join Us?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family.
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities.
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days.
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme - College Extras:
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants.
• Discounted gift cards for big brands.
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounted onsite car parking.

About Middlesbrough College

Middlesbrough College is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state of the art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we're proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Safeguarding Our Students

Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you're successful, you'll be required to complete thorough pre employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All roles within the College carry safeguarding responsibilities, including promoting student welfare, reporting any concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), and modelling safe and appropriate conduct in line with College policies.

All posts at Middlesbrough College involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020 mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ's guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

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.

As part of our shortlisting process, we will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates to identify any safeguarding or reputation related concerns (as required by KCSIE).

Right to work

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Targeted Retention Scheme

Eligible FE teachers in their first five years could receive a £2,000-£6,000 Targeted Retention Incentive for teaching key subjects (construction, chemistry, computing/ICT, early years, engineering, maths, physics). Check full criteria and application window on GOV.UK.

Recruitment Process

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Equality & Diversity

Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.