Job Description:

Lecturer in Engineering

Are you an experienced industry professional looking for a new challenge and career change? Have you considered teaching, and passing on your skills to the next generation? We have a vacancy in the Engineering area of our Construction & Engineering team working in our state of-the-art Construction Centre at Lancaster & Morecambe College.

Join our Energy, Engineering & Construction team as a Lecturer in Engineering, where you’ll deliver engaging Level 2 and 3 engineering programmes, develop practical learning experiences, and support students to achieve their academic and career goals. Applications are welcomed from qualified industry professionals with up to date experience in the mechanical/maintenance and/or electrical engineering trade or industry who do not yet hold a teaching qualification. We would expect you to have a keen interest in the development of young people entering the profession and be able to demonstrate strong communication skills and teaching potential.

You’ll bring extensive industry experience in machining and fitting, a commitment to high-quality teaching and learning, and a passion for supporting learners to succeed. Working within a collaborative and supportive team, you’ll contribute to curriculum development, champion health and safety, and help shape the future of engineering education in an inclusive and aspirational college environment

This is a unique opportunity for you to transition to a dual professional teaching role at the College. We will support your comprehensive on-the-job training programme, including initial teacher training qualification; individual support and mentoring; and, if required, a reduced teaching workload in the first year.

Benefits of this post include:

• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (employer contribution 28.68%);
• Generous leave entitlement (37 days, plus Bank Holidays and College Closure Days);
• Cycle to Work scheme;
• Opportunities for continuing professional development;
• Strong staff support services;
• Free staff parking and EV charging facilities;
• Workwear PPE and tools provided.

Lancaster and Morecambe College are a thriving FE College and justifiably proud of the strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, we are proud to be our community’s provider of technical, professional and creative education.

All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. Any specific Safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.

Closing date: Tuesday, 28th July 2026

Our reference: SE4219

Vacancy: Lecturer in Engineering

Location: Lancaster

Salary: Up to £38,300 pro rata, plus £6,000 per annum, pro rata Shortage Skills’ Allowance

Hours: Part Time, 22 hours per week

Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Lancaster and Morecambe College.