Carpentry and Joinery Lecturer

The main aim of this role is to work with the wider Construction department to achieve excellence in teaching, learning and assessment through innovative and excellent practice. You will be expected to create effective and stimulating learning opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment.

You will deliver outstanding teaching and learning on all levels; from L1 through to L3. You will also deliver evening programmes and offer a wide range of current and relevant industry/practitioner skills.

You will be able to teach a large scope of skills and will possess carpentry & joinery; theory, practical and assessing skills as well as be able to promote innovative work and assist in the development of the carpentry & joinery curriculum.

You will create and maintain effective and stimulating opportunities for all students through high quality teaching, learning and assessment that enable progression and development in all aspects of their College experience.

• Contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
• To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review.
• To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis.
• To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process.
• Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy.
• Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued.
• Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes.
• To set and mark work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies, to record work carried out and assessment of same.
• To track all students’ progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies.
• To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences.
• To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play an appropriate part in their implementation.
• Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers.
• To liaise with Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added.
• To liaise with Head of School and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area.
• To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area.
• To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development.
• To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent’s Evening, Welcome Evenings, Open Evenings and other college events.
• To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College’s policies and procedures.
• To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience.

• Professional qualification relevant to the subject area.
• Relevant vocational industry experience in carpentry & joinery.
• Recent experience of teaching and assessing on carpentry & joinery courses.
• A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to complete.
• Knowledge and understanding of the carpentry & joinery provision.
• Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in carpentry & joinery.
• Excellent computer literacy.
• Engaged in Continuing Professional Development.
• Minimum of Level 2 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete.
• High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves.

• A Quality Assurance qualification.
• Experience of resource-based learning.
• An ICT qualification.
• Membership of a relevant professional body.
• Experience of assessing students’ needs and planning curriculum for their benefit including Technology Enhanced Learning.
• Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employers.
• Good understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes.

As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development.

• Generous holiday allowance: 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays, plus an annual wellbeing day.
• Flexible Working: We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance.
• Pension Scheme: You’ll be part of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 24%—one of the best pension packages in the sector.
• Professional Development: We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career.
• Sport & Fitness Suite: Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff, and you’ll have access to our Cycle to Work scheme.
• Health and Wellbeing: You’ll have access to our Employee Assistance programme and to free, independent and confidential 24-hour counselling service. You’ll also be entitled to a free eye test through our voucher scheme with Specsavers.
• Travel: We’ve partnered with Arriva to bring you great savings on bus travel. Plus, we offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail.
• Employee Benefits Platform: As part of our team, you’ll get access to the COLC employee benefits platform—packed with discounts, deals, and rewards on everything from everyday essentials to luxury treats.