Lecturer - Engineering

Salary: £26,389 - £51,934 per annum dependent on qualifications and experience

Cardiff and Vale College is seeking an enthusiastic and industry-focused Lecturer in Engineering to join our Engineering team.

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of engineers by delivering high-quality teaching across a range of Engineering programmes from Level 1 to Level 5. You will play a key role in helping learners develop the knowledge, technical skills and confidence required to progress into higher education or employment within the engineering sector. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to curriculum development and support innovation within a growing and evolving department.

What You'll Do

You will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging learning experiences, assessing learner progress and providing the support required to help students achieve their full potential. You will contribute to course development, quality improvement activities and the wider success of the Engineering department.

Working closely with colleagues and industry partners, you will help ensure our curriculum remains relevant, responsive and aligned to current industry practices. The role may also involve teaching within community venues and supporting College activities outside of normal working hours where required.

About You

You will be passionate about engineering education and committed to helping learners succeed. Whether you are an experienced lecturer or an industry professional looking to move into teaching, you will have strong technical knowledge and the ability to engage and motivate learners.

You will hold an Engineering qualification at Degree or HND level, together with a PGCE or a willingness to work towards one. You will have relevant industry experience, excellent communication and organisational skills, and a commitment to delivering an outstanding learner experience. A willingness to contribute to curriculum development and embrace innovative approaches to teaching and learning is essential.

Why Join Us

At Cardiff and Vale College, you'll join one of the largest colleges in the UK, supporting learners to develop the skills, confidence and opportunities they need to succeed.

We offer a range of excellent benefits including generous annual leave, a healthcare scheme and, in addition to your salary, a substantial employer contribution through the Teachers' Pension Scheme. You'll also benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to work within a supportive and ambitious organisation that is committed to transforming lives through education.

Additional Information

The closing date for completed applications is 5th August at 11:59pm.

For full details of the role, responsibilities and person specification, please refer to the job pack. To find out more about Cardiff and Vale College, visit www.cavc.ac.uk . If you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@cavc.ac.uk

Applications must be submitted using the Cardiff and Vale College application form. The College welcomes applications in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. If you are invited to interview, please let us know if you would like the interview and assessment process to be conducted in Welsh.

All vacancies are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment cannot commence until a satisfactory and up-to-date DBS check has been received. The College's Procedure for the Suitability of Ex-Offenders for Employment is available upon request.

Please note that some roles may require registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC). Where this applies, employment will be conditional upon obtaining and maintaining the appropriate registration.

Employment with Cardiff and Vale College is also subject to satisfactory references. Before employment can commence, the College must receive two references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer. Referees will be contacted following appointment.

These checks form part of our pre-employment requirements and must be satisfactorily completed before employment can commence.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and communities and are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the learners and communities we serve. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we are committed to the recruitment, development and retention of disabled people, ensuring an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.