Are you an experienced Carpentry professional with a passion for sharing your skills and inspiring the next generation of tradespeople?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking individual to join our Construction team at our Cardigan Campus as a Lecturer in Carpentry.
We are looking for someone who can bring their industry knowledge, practical expertise and creativity into the classroom, helping learners develop the technical skills, confidence and professional behaviours needed to build successful careers within the construction industry.
As a Lecturer in Carpentry, you will play a key role in delivering engaging, high-quality teaching and practical learning experiences across our carpentry provision, with a particular focus on Level 2 qualifications. You will support learners in developing their understanding of essential areas such as site carpentry, timber technology, health and safety, and the planning and completion of practical construction tasks.
Working closely with our dedicated Construction team, you will also contribute to curriculum development, assess learner progress and help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every learner has the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be required to:
- Teach and assess a range of skills within the construction carpentry provision Level 2 progression course including Core Modules: Health and safety in construction, planning and evaluating tasks, structural and non-structural carpentry, timber technology. The Level 2 Site Carpentry Diploma allows learners to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Site Carpentry.
- Prepare teaching and learning materials in conjunction with the progression route Level 2 qualification in carpentry (C&G) and mark learners’ work in a timely fashion.
- Act as Course Team Leader for appropriate courses relating to the post, to include:
- convening, chairing, and recording the minutes of Course Team meetings;
- setting targets for learners to work towards employability
- participating in the planning and development of the college curriculum.
- Attend other Course Teams and college meetings, committees and working groups as appropriate.
- Undertake the administrative duties necessary to ensure the efficient organisation and running of the courses relating to the post.
- Maintain course files, learner profiles and course/learner records as required by the college and external bodies.
- Comply with the quality assurance requirements of the college and of validating and other external bodies.
- Providing information for college management, the Student Records Department, External Verifiers and other external bodies as necessary.
- Liaising closely with staff within the construction department and with external bodies as required by the Director of Curriculum.
- Organising and supervising learner visit programmes and work placements including, where appropriate, developing and maintaining links with employers.
- Assess and IQA learner work and provide suitable feedback in order to make adjustments or improvements within the teaching delivery and structure
- Processing learners’ applications and interviewing and selecting learners.
- Involvement in publicity and marketing activities, including promoting courses relating to the post and promoting the college and its courses in general.
- Seeking to achieve ongoing improvement in your performance as a lecturer, including participation in the college’s staff appraisal scheme which incorporates the college’s Performance Management and Review System (PMAR) for lecturing staff.
- Participating as appropriate in staff development courses and activities.
- Undertaking any other reasonable duties as required by the Principal or Head of Curriculum and Faculty Manager
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
Essential Criteria:
- Relevant degree or equivalent qualification
- Level 3 Carpentry or Joinery Qualification, CSkills or City and Guilds
- GCSE English at minimum Grade C or O Level equivalent
- GCSE Mathematics at minimum Grade C or O Level equivalent
- Documented evidence of appropriate Professional Development
- Five years relevant industrial experience as a Carpentry working in the Construction sector
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Ability to work harmoniously with students and colleagues
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Creative flair and innovative practical skills
- Relevant ICT skills
- Good literacy and numeracy skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels both orally and in writing
- Sound Understanding of Digital Literacy
- Excellent punctuality and ability to work flexibly
Desirable Criteria:
- Teaching qualification (If you are not in possession of a teaching qualification as at the date of employment, you will be required to obtain a PGCE within 2 years of this date)
- Relevant teaching experience
- A good understanding of relevant issues in post 16 education
- A proven track record of high levels of learner attainment
- Awareness of key performance indicators
- Evidence of innovative teaching and learning activities
- Evidence of effective tracking and monitoring of learner performance
- Experience of actively participating in the pastoral care of young people
- Willingness to drive a college minibus
- Willingness to contribute to develop extra-curricular activities
Welsh Language Requirements:
- Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 0/1 Desirable
- Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 0/1 Desirable
(See detailed language descriptions attached)
Persons are welcome to apply for posts in Welsh and applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
Benefits
- You will receive 46 days holiday, plus bank holidays and five closure days which totals at 59 days holiday per year.
- Extremely generous pension scheme with employer contributions of 23.68%.
- Award-winning professional learning and development programme.
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site car parking
- Online and instore retail discounts
Lecturer in Carpentry 0.6 employer: Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion
Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that prioritises professional growth and learner success. With generous benefits such as a robust pension scheme, extensive annual leave, and ongoing development opportunities, we empower our staff to make a meaningful impact in the communities of Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion. Join us in shaping the future of education in Health, Childcare, and Computing while enjoying a supportive atmosphere that champions inclusion and wellbeing.
Contact Details:
Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion Recruitment Team
