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Mechanical Engineering Lecturer
Permanent
Location: Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum
Start date: October 2026
Are you an experienced mechanical engineering professional looking to inspire the next generation, or an established lecturer seeking your next opportunity?
About the Role
A further education provider in the region is looking for a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer to join its teaching team. You'll deliver engaging, high-quality teaching across mechanical engineering programmes, combining practical workshop-based learning with classroom theory to help learners build the skills and knowledge they need for careers in engineering.
We welcome applications from both qualified teachers and industry professionals looking to move into further education. If you bring real-world mechanical engineering experience and a passion for developing others, support is available to help you gain a recognised teaching qualification.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Planning and delivering high-quality teaching across mechanical engineering programmes.
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Facilitating both hands-on workshop sessions and classroom-based theoretical learning.
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Supporting, assessing and monitoring learner progress to ensure successful outcomes.
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Contributing to curriculum development and continuous improvement.
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Creating an inclusive and motivating learning environment.
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Maintaining safe working practices within engineering workshops and learning environments.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
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Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
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Industry experience within a mechanical engineering environment
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A passion for teaching and developing learners
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A recognised teaching qualification
Desirable (but not essential):
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HNC or higher in Mechanical Engineering
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A recognised teaching qualification
If you're ready to bring your mechanical engineering expertise into the classroom and help shape the next generation of engineers, we'd love to hear from you.
Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. xsabvtc All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employme
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