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Lecturer in Instrumentation and Control

Dovetail Ref: 4657593
FE & HE £30,000 - £40,000 per annum permanent mid Level Urgent 29 May 2026
Middlesbrough, England

Education Details

Instrumentation and Control Engineering Further Education fe college
Levels: Level 5Further Education
Also teaches: AutomationControl SystemsEngineering

Job Description

Lecturer in Instrumentation & Controls

Location: North East

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum

Annual Leave: 45 days per annum plus bank holidays

Contractual Hours: 37 hours per week

Basis: Full Time, Permanent

Pension: Teachers' Pension Scheme

Join Our Team

We are looking for an innovative and dedicated Lecturer in Instrumentation and Control to join a thriving Engineering department in the North East. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching, support curriculum development, and help shape the next generation of engineers within the fields of instrumentation, control systems, and automation.

The successful candidate will combine strong academic knowledge with relevant industry experience to inspire learners and contribute to a culture of excellence in teaching and learning.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Lecturer in Instrumentation and Control, you will:

  • Deliver and manage high-quality, inclusive teaching, learning, and assessment in Instrumentation and Control Systems within the Engineering sector.
  • Provide both practical and theoretical instruction in specialist areas relating to instrumentation and control systems.
  • Support students in both their academic and personal development, helping them achieve their full potential.
  • Develop engaging lesson plans that connect classroom learning with real-world engineering applications.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance the learner experience and support a diverse range of student needs.
  • Contribute to student recruitment, retention, achievement, and progression through effective guidance and support.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking candidates who:

  • Are a qualified Teacher or are willing to work towards achieving a teaching qualification.
  • Hold a minimum Level 5 qualification in Instrumentation Engineering.
  • Have GCSEs at Grade C / Level 4 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications.
  • Possess relevant industrial experience within Instrumentation Engineering – Essential.

What's on Offer

  • Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • 45 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 37 hours per week
  • Full time permanent contract

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Your Recruitment Consultant

Tiana-Destiny Hill

Tiana-Destiny Hill

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Pension

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Requirements

  • Qualified Teacher or willing to work towards teaching qualification
  • Minimum Level 5 qualification in Instrumentation Engineering
  • GCSEs at Grade C/Level 4 or above in English and Maths or equivalent
  • Relevant industrial experience within Instrumentation Engineering - Essential

Benefits

  • Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • 45 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • 37 hours per week
  • Full time permanent contract

Skills & Qualifications

Instrumentation and Control SystemsTeaching and assessmentCurriculum developmentPractical and theoretical instructionStudent support and developmentLesson planningAutomation systemsIndustrial engineering experience