Job Description

Engineering Lecturer

Application Deadline: 1 February 2027

Department: Engineering, Green Technologies & Logistics

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Liverpool

Compensation: £33,451 - £46,533 / year

Job Title: Engineering LecturerDepartment: Engineering and Green Technologies Salary: Up to £46,533 per year
Job Type: Permanent and Temporary positions available

We are seeking candidates with expertise in engineering across a range of disciplines, as well as experience within construction and the wider built environment sector.

As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, we are looking for motivated and forward-thinking professionals who can contribute to the delivery of high-quality, engaging, and industry-focused education.

In this role, you will deliver teaching, learning, and assessment across programmes from Level 1 to Level 5, including evening provision. You will create inclusive and stimulating learning environments that enable all students to reach their full potential, while integrating current industry knowledge and professional experience into the delivery of technical and vocational subjects. The role includes teaching both practical and theoretical elements in areas such as electrical and electronic engineering, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, design, or related disciplines. You will also contribute to curriculum development and support the continuous improvement of teaching and learning within professional and technical education.

We encourage applications from enthusiastic and skilled professionals who possess the expertise, industry insight, and dedication to inspire and develop the next generation of engineers and built environment specialists.

Key Responsibilities

1. To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life
2. To contribute to the College and curriculum area strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review
3. To be aware of national developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis
4. To plan, prepare and deliver high quality lessons in order to achieve effective management of the learning process
5. Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate teaching and learning techniques to engage and motivate students and encourage independence and student autonomy
6. Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued
7. Establish and maintain procedures with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes
8. To set and mark work in accordance with College and School Assessment policies, to record work carried out and assessment of same
9. To track all students’ progress and attendance in accordance with agreed College systems and policies
10. To provide a balance of appropriate teaching styles and learning experiences
11. To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play and appropriate part in their implementation
12. Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers
13. To liaise with Deputy Head/Head of School in contributing to the design of programmes and teaching approaches which will enable curriculum areas to achieve high standards and value added
14. To liaise with Deputy Head/Head of School and curriculum teams in contributing to the administration necessary to support the teaching, learning and assessment within the subject area
15. To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area
16. To work with colleagues with relevant expertise to identify and address additional student English and Maths skills development in subject area
17. To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development
18. To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent’s Evening, Welcome Evenings, Open evenings and other college events
19. To ensure that all students in the subject area comply with College’s policies and procedures
20. To provide enrichment opportunities that are exciting, motivating and enhance the student experience

Professional Practice and Values

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life.
• To take a proactive approach and responsibility for personal professional development, Health & Safety, and meeting other regulatory compliances (e.g. GDPR, DPA, Safeguarding), thereby enabling safe and professional working practices to be observed at all times.
• To support cross college actives as required in particular the key enrolment and invigilation periods.
• Carry out any other relevant and appropriate duties as determined by the needs of the service and as appropriate to the grade.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria

1. Degree level relevant to the subject area.
2. Relevant vocational experience in Civil Engineering.
3. Recent experience of teaching and assessing on professional construction courses.
4. A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to complete.
5. Knowledge and understanding of professional construction provision.
6. Proven relevant experience of curriculum planning, development & delivery in professional construction.
7. Excellent computer literacy.
8. Engaged in continuing professional development.
9. Minimum of Level 3 literacy and numeracy or willingness to complete.
10. High level of communication and interpersonal skills.
11. Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves.

Desirable Criteria

1. Experience of resource based learning.
2. Membership of a relevant professional.
3. Experience of assessing students’ needs and planning curriculum for their benefit including Technology Enhanced Learning.
4. Good understanding of curriculum development to meet the training needs of employers.
5. Good understanding of quality assurance and improvement processes.

Please Note
This Advert is a Talent Pool and so will not close until February 2027, we may close this advert earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.

Benefits

Why Join The City of Liverpool College?

As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance 60 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 annual wellbeing day

Pension Scheme You'll be part of the Teachers' Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 24%—one of the best pension packages in the sector.
Employee Benefits Platform
As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings. You’ll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You’ll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life – and beyond.

Health and Wellbeing As part of our commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing, all employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, looking for advice, or simply need someone to talk to, Health Assured is here to help. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, face to face, online or telephone counselling, as well as structured support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns.
You'll also have access to the online wellbeing portal, asecure, user-friendly platform offering a wide range of self-help resources, health assessments, articles, and guidance covering emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing, and to the Wisdom App, which offers mood trackers and wellbeing tools, meditation guides, fitness videos, and self-help modules
as well as daily wellbeing tips.

You’ll also be entitled to a free eye test through our voucher scheme with Specsavers, which covers a full eye exam (worth up to £25) and even includes £45 towards a pair of glasses. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round.

Travel We offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months' free travel—without having to cover the full cost upfront. It’s all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful.
Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance.
Professional Development We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career.
College BenefitsOur excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons, and a staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.