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Mechanical Engineering Lecturer (Temporary)

Dovetail Ref: 192452
FE & HE Competitive Contract / Temp mid Level 21 October 2026
East Midlands
Kitt Drew-Wilkinson

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Education Details

Mechanical Engineering Further Education fe college
Levels: Level 3HNC

Job Description

Mechanical Engineering Lecturer

Temporary | Contract

Location: the East Midlands

Start date: 2 November 2026

Are you an experienced mechanical engineering professional looking to inspire the next generation of engineers?

About the Role

You'll join a further education provider in the East Midlands to deliver high-quality teaching, training and assessment across mechanical engineering programmes. The role combines practical workshop sessions with classroom-based theory, giving learners the skills and knowledge the engineering sector expects.

We welcome applications from experienced lecturers and from industry professionals looking to move into further education.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Planning and delivering engaging lessons in mechanical engineering.
  • Preparing schemes of work, lesson plans and learning materials.
  • Assessing learner progress and providing timely, constructive feedback.
  • Supporting learners to achieve their full potential.
  • Maintaining accurate records in line with awarding body requirements.
  • Embedding current industry practice and standards into your delivery.
  • Ensuring safe working practices in workshops and learning environments.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline
  • Relevant industry experience in a mechanical engineering environment
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • A genuine interest in developing and supporting learners

Desirable (but not essential):

  • HNC or higher in mechanical engineering
  • A recognised teaching qualification

If you're ready to pass your engineering expertise on to the next generation, we'd love to hear from you.

Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. © Dovetail and Slate Limited.

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Your Recruitment Consultant

Kitt Drew-Wilkinson

Kitt Drew-Wilkinson

Principal Recruitment Consultant

Requirements

  • NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering or related discipline
  • Relevant industry experience in mechanical engineering
  • Strong communication and organisational skills

Skills & Qualifications

Mechanical engineeringWorkshop teachingLesson planningAssessment and feedbackHealth and safety in workshopsIndustry standards knowledge

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