Engineering Lecturer – University Centre
Hours: 18.5 hours per week / 52 weeks per year
Salary: £37,533 FTE / £18,766 Actual
Are you ready to inspire future engineers by bringing industry insight into the classroom?
We are excited to offer this new opportunity for an Engineering Lecturer, where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, industry-informed teaching that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to thrive in the engineering sector.
In this role you will:
• Deliver engaging and high-quality teaching across engineering programmes, ensuring alignment with university and exam board standards.
• Assess and verify student work, both on campus and in workplace settings, maintaining accurate records and performance tracking.
• Liaise with validating bodies and universities to ensure accurate student registration, assessment, and accreditation processes.
• Contribute to quality assurance, attending validation meetings and supporting continuous improvement of the programme.
• Provide pastoral support, ensuring students are inducted properly and receive appropriate guidance throughout their studies.
What you will bring:
• Industry expertise that enriches teaching with real-world relevance and practical insight.
• Strong communication skills to engage students and explain complex concepts clearly.
• Commitment to student success, offering academic and pastoral support to help learners thrive.
• Collaborative mindset, working well with colleagues, validating bodies, and industry partners.
• Flexibility and adaptability, responding to changing academic and industry requirements.
• Passion for engineering and education, inspiring students to pursue careers in engineering and develop lifelong skills.
About Newbury College and University Centre Newbury:
We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.
What we offer:
Financial Benefits:
• Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
• Teaching Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
Health and Wellness:
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
• On-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20
• Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities
• Free Annual Flu Jab
• Staff Summer Event
Professional Development:
• Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses
• Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement
Work-Life Balance:
• 40 days of holiday
• Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life
Campus Amenities and Discounts:
• Free onsite parking
• Access to a corporate discount scheme
• Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon
• Good value food and drink at the Street Café
• Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)
Criteria
Essential criteria:
• Level 6 in related subject
• 2 years teaching experience of the following subjects:
CAD/ CAM
Lean Manufacturing
Engineering and Professional Management
Degree Level Student Projects
Desirable criteria:
• Level 7 or 8 in related subject
• Certificate in Education/PGCE or QTS through other valid qualification pathways or working towards
• Delivering and organising designated area programmes
• Experience of working in a university educational setting
If you are excited about the prospect of making a significant impact on our students’ careers in our role of Engineering Lecturer we would love to hear from you.
We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!
If you're interested in this position, please apply below or send your CV to recruitment @newbury-college.ac.uk as an expression of interest. Please note that applications must be submitted through our website.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the set closing date if we receive a good level of applicants. To avoid disappointment, we would advise that you complete your application in full, rather than saving and returning to complete at a later date.
Safer Recruitment
At Newbury College we are committed to following Safer Recruitment Guidelines
• Pre – Recruitment Process: Candidates will be subject to an online search. Applications must be completed in full with a complete employment history (With any gaps reasoned) and qualifications listed. Incomplete applications will not be submitted for shortlisting.
• Interview Stage: Candidates will be required to provide Right to Work documentation and an overseas check/Code of conduct certificate (if applicable), any convictions must be declared and consent to obtain a DBS Certificate and PLR Record will be requested .
• Successful Candidates: A share code will be required for Non-British citizens and further documents may be needed. A barred list check will be carried out. We also require a minimum of 2 references and an Enhanced DBS check
Our college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.
We value and embrace diversity, recognising the contribution individuals from different backgrounds can bring to our organisation. We are ‘Disability Confident Committed’ and expect all our employees to share this commitment. We are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all appointments are subject to satisfactory clearances including enhanced DBS checks.