Lecturer in Engineering or Construction (Design, Surveying & Planning)

Cirencester College; Chesterton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution located in Chesterton is seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Engineering or Construction. This full-time, permanent position offers exciting opportunities to shape the new T Level qualifications curriculum. Responsibilities include delivering high-standard teaching and collaborating with faculty to enhance student learning. The ideal candidate will have experience in the relevant sector and a passion for educating young people, with benefits including a defined pension scheme and generous holidays.

Benefits

Teachers Pensions defined benefit scheme

Generous holidays

Sick pay scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site car parking

On-site fitness suite

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in Engineering or Construction industry.
• Passion for education and teaching.
• Ability to develop and inspire students.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop high-quality educational provisions.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance the learning experience.
• Demonstrate outstanding skills to facilitate student success.

Skills

Teaching skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Lecturer in Engineering or Construction (Design, Surveying & Planning)

(Salary dependent on qualifications and experience)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Required: 25 th August 2026

This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a modern, forward thinking, professional from the Engineering or Construction sector to join our thriving College and be at the forefront of the new T Level qualifications. The College is continuing to implement new T level qualifications as they become available, and this is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to work with us in further developing our curriculum.

We are looking for a lecturer to join the STEM faculty to join our growing team of Engineering and Design/Surveying/Planning lecturers. The T levels are very broad and we would encourage applicants from any area of Engineering and Construction. Our recently constructed T level building includes three purpose‑built engineering workshops, including an electronics and materials testing lab, a design and 3D printing lab, and a workshop with CNC capability, as well as dedicated teaching spaces for DSP with integrated high‑spec PCs for CAD. Applicants may be wholly interested in teaching either Engineering or DSP and we can be flexible to incorporate either into the team.

This post would be suitable for an experienced teacher, or someone looking to move into a career in teaching from prior work in the Engineering or Construction industry.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to develop their passion for education within a supportive and quickly developing area, playing a pivotal role in the continued development and delivery of the innovative T levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach to a high standard, and develop the relevant skills to teach truly outstanding provision
• Work with the STEM Faculty and with enrichment staff to create provision that excites and stimulates demand
• Demonstrate outstanding organisational and interpersonal skills, and commit to providing high quality learning to enable all learners to achieve their full potential.
• Work as a team player, collaborating with colleagues to enhance the learning experience.

Closing Date

Closing Date: 27th February 2026, 5pm

Interviews

Interviews From: 23rd February 2026 (We reserve the right to interview prior to this date.)

PLEASE APPLY NOW – This position will close once sufficient applications are received. We regret that due to the large number of applications we receive we are only able to contact those candidates to be interviewed. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview.

Benefits

Benefits include: Teachers Pensions defined benefit pension scheme – 28.6% college pension contribution (including life assurance), generous holidays, sick pay scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, free on‑site car parking, on‑site fitness suite, Refectory and Cycle to Work Scheme.

Cirencester College may carry out online searches during the recruitment process on shortlisted candidates, as part of due diligence checks.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Cirencester College welcomes applications from all sectors of the community and is an equal opportunities employer.