Lecturer - Machinist

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Job Description

We are seeking an ambitious, experienced, and forward-thinking Machinist/Maintenance Lecturer to join our Engineering Department and lead the development of a high-profile apprenticeship/Study Program curriculum areas. At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience. Our staff are dedicated to providing high-quality education and training that enables learners to achieve their full potential. We are looking for a motivated and suitably qualified individual to join our dynamic Engineering Team and take responsibility for the delivery and development of our Machining/Maintenance provision. The successful candidate will possess strong industry expertise in Machining/Maintenance, with the ability to engage and inspire learners across a range of Machining/Maintenance processes. You will be experienced in delivering practical and theoretical training aligned to City & Guilds qualifications, as well as teaching relevant BTEC Engineering units (Units 1, 2 and 3) level 2 Lathes, Mills, Bench fitting, for EAL city and guilds Level 3 4515 advanced machining, CNC programming and CAD/CAM for Mazak machines. You will bring energy, enthusiasm and professionalism to the role, supporting apprentices to achieve success through high-quality teaching, assessment and mentoring. Working closely with learners, you will support apprentices/ full time learners throughout their entire learning journey, from recruitment and induction through to End-Point Assessment (EPA). You will build and maintain strong employer partnerships, ensure an excellent customer experience, and contribute to maintaining our reputation as a provider of choice for apprenticeship training.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment for Apprenticeships and study programmes.
• Provide underpinning knowledge and practical skills training across Machining/Maintenance disciplines.
• Conduct assessments and progress reviews.
• Support apprentices in meeting all qualification and apprenticeship standard requirements.
• Work collaboratively with employers to monitor progress and maximise learner achievement.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement activities.
• Maintain accurate learner records using digital portfolio systems.
• Support recruitment, enrolment and retention activities.

Essential Requirements

• Significant and demonstrable industry experience in welding and fabrication.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering or welding discipline.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Assessor qualification (or willingness to achieve within an agreed timeframe).
• Experience of using digital portfolio systems and online learning technologies.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to delivering an outstanding learner and employer experience.

Benefits

• Holiday - 40 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• College closure days.
• Teachers Pension - 28.68% college contribution.
• Continued Professional Development.
• Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only).
• Free parking (after obtaining a parking permit).
• Subsidised eye tests.
• Contribution to flu injections.
• Access to gyms.
• Cycle to work schemes.
• RAC discounts and more (depending on campus).

Application Deadline

Latest Application Date: 17-Jul-2026