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Mechanical Engineering Lecturer

Dovetail Ref: 192003
FE & HE £30,000 - £40,000 per annum Permanent mid Level 15 October 2026
North West
Tiana-Destiny Hill

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Education Details

Mechanical Engineering Further Education training provider
Levels: Level 3Various levels

Job Description

Mechanical Engineering Lecturer

Permanent, Full Time

Location: the North West

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum

Are you an experienced mechanical engineer looking to pass your skills on to the next generation, or an established lecturer ready for a new challenge?

About the Role

You'll join a training provider in the North West, delivering mechanical engineering programmes to learners at various levels, combining hands-on workshop sessions with classroom-based theory. If you haven't taught before, that's not a barrier: full teacher training and ongoing support are available to help you make the move from industry into education.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering engaging and practical lessons in mechanical engineering.
  • Planning and preparing schemes of work, lesson plans and learning resources.
  • Assessing learner progress and providing timely, constructive feedback.
  • Supporting learners to develop the skills and confidence needed for careers in the sector.
  • Embedding current industry practice into your teaching.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • A minimum NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
  • Solid industry experience within a mechanical engineering environment
  • A passion for teaching and developing learners

Desirable (but not essential):

  • A recognised teaching qualification

What's on Offer

  • Full teacher training provided
  • Ongoing support for career transition

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Your Recruitment Consultant

Tiana-Destiny Hill

Tiana-Destiny Hill

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Requirements

  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering
  • Solid industry experience in mechanical engineering
  • Passion for teaching and developing learners

Benefits

  • • Full teacher training provided
  • • Ongoing support for career transition

Skills & Qualifications

Mechanical engineeringWorkshop deliveryLesson planningAssessment and feedbackIndustry practice knowledge

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