11th November, 2026
If you've built a career in hands-on engineering and moved into further education or technical training, this is your opportunity to shape how the next generation of engineers learns its trade.
Head of Energy Newcastle upon Tyne | £60,000 per annum | Permanent
What you’ll do
- Lead, support and develop teaching and technical teams across the department.
- Work with employers to keep the curriculum aligned with the skills they need.
- Improve teaching, learning and assessment, with a strong focus on practical delivery.
- Maintain high standards of workshop health and safety and professional conduct.
- Lead departmental change and shape the future of engineering provision.
What you’ll bring
- Substantial hands-on experience in electrical or mechanical engineering, gained through an apprenticeship or equivalent practical route.
- Shop-floor experience in areas such as maintenance, installation or commissioning.
- Experience in further education or technical training, alongside a recognised teaching qualification such as a PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent.
- Leadership or management experience, ideally in an engineering department or technical training setting, with examples of improving standards and leading change.
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Head of Energy in North East employer: Think FE
Join a highly regarded vocational college in Leamington Spa, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of apprentices in the plumbing industry. With a strong commitment to employee development, the college offers extensive training opportunities, a generous benefits package including 38 days of annual leave, and a supportive work culture that values health and wellbeing. This is an ideal environment for those looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career in further education.
