At a Glance
- Tasks: Instruct students in carpentry, design lesson plans, and evaluate performance.
- Company: Windsor Forest Colleges Group, a leading education provider in the South East.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension scheme, free parking, and subsidised leisure courses.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to learner success in state-of-the-art facilities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of carpentry while enjoying a supportive work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Level 2 qualification in Carpentry and prior teaching experience required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 37659 £ per year.
The Windsor Forest Colleges group is looking for a Lecturer in Carpentry to join our Structural Technologies Department at Slough and Langley College working on a full-time permanent basis.
The Lecturer in Carpentry role pays on the Academic pay scale between T1 31,633 and T11 45,341 per year depending on qualifications and experience. This role involves working 37 hours per week Monday to Friday.
This position focuses on instructing students on the Level 1 and 2 Carpentry courses offered at Slough and Langley College. As part of this role, you will design comprehensive schemes of work, formulate lesson plans, and deliver both theoretical and practical training.
Primary duties involve:
- Evaluating student performance
- Establishing individual learning milestones
- Offering academic and pastoral guidance in a tutor capacity
- Managing precise student records
- Collaborating with parents and external employers
- Actively participating in curriculum development and departmental quality assurance initiatives
Applicants must possess a Level 2 or higher qualification in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery, alongside Level 2 credentials in English and mathematics. Candidates are expected to have prior instructional experience in a vocational setting, with a proven ability to seamlessly integrate core English and math concepts into woodworking coursework.
While a formal teaching qualification (such as a Level 4 or Level 5) or assessor awards are preferred, candidates must demonstrate strong organizational abilities, effective classroom management, and a strict commitment to safeguarding and inclusive educational practices.
About Us: The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.
Our staff benefit from:
- Generous non-working day entitlement
- Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) currently offering 28.68% employer contribution
- Free onsite parking at all sites
- Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family friendly policies supporting Work Life Balance
- Onsite Coffee Shop
Lecturer in Carpentry - Slough, Berkshire employer: Windsor Forest Colleges Group
Windsor Forest Colleges Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the growth and development of its staff. With generous benefits such as a substantial pension scheme, free onsite parking, and access to subsidised leisure courses, employees enjoy a balanced work-life environment in a state-of-the-art educational setting. This role as a Lecturer in Carpentry not only allows for meaningful engagement with students but also provides opportunities for professional development within a diverse and dynamic community.
Contact Details:
Windsor Forest Colleges Group Recruitment Team
