Lecturer post in the Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering department at Wigan and Leigh College, teaching mechanical and electrical engineering qualifications from Level 3 to Level 6. The work centres on planning and delivering lessons, assessing and feeding back on student work, and acting as a personal tutor. The post covers theory and hands-on practice across more than one site, with some hours beyond standard working time. Applicants need a degree or vocational qualification in mechanical engineering or a related area, and an enhanced DBS check is required.
What the job involves
- Plan and deliver lessons across Level 3 to 6, building academic and employability skills
- Mark work, give clear feedback and guide students on improvement
- Use assessment results to shape lessons and support each student's progress
- Monitor attendance and promote positive behaviour
- Keep accurate records of student progress, assessments and other administrative duties
- Act as a personal tutor, giving pastoral advice and guidance
- Support induction, record achievements and help students plan next steps
- Take part in open evenings, school liaison and subject-promotion activities
- Coordinate courses and contribute to departmental initiatives
- Keep up to date with subject developments and best practice in teaching and assessment
What’s required
Qualifications
- Degree or vocational qualification in mechanical engineering or a related area
- GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent, which can be gained during probation
- Teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one with college support
Experience
- Experience in PLCs
Skills & knowledge
- Engineering mathematics
- Strong design understanding
- Up-to-date subject knowledge
- Confidence with IT, e-learning tools and ILT
- Organised planning of lessons and assessments
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
Other
- Student-focused, with a commitment to building student confidence
- Adaptable and able to respond to changing priorities
- Collaborative with colleagues
- Reflective and engaged with professional development
- Committed to safeguarding and inclusion
- Able to travel across sites and work beyond standard hours when needed
What’s offered
- Generous annual leave including bank holidays, plus family-friendly leave policies
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, confidential counselling and occupational health support
- Medicash healthcare plan and Specsavers eye test vouchers
- Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
- Salary sacrifice schemes including Cycle to Work and buy tech
- Railcard and Tusker Green car scheme, plus local and national discounts
- Progression routes, specialism moves and leadership pathways
- Support to gain a teaching qualification
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