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Mechanical Engineering Lecturer (Temporary)

Dovetail Ref: 192875
FE & HE Competitive Contract / Temp mid Level 2 November 2026
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Education Details

Mechanical Engineering Further Education fe college
Levels: Level 3HNC

Job Description

Mechanical Engineering Lecturer

Temporary

Start date: November 2026

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

About the Role

You'll join an education provider as a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer, delivering practical and theoretical sessions to learners working towards their engineering qualifications. You'll teach in both workshop and classroom settings, helping learners build the technical skills, underpinning knowledge and confidence they need to succeed in industry.

You'll assess progress, give clear feedback and create a safe, inclusive environment where learners can do their best work.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering high-quality practical mechanical engineering training.
  • Teaching the theoretical knowledge that underpins engineering practice.
  • Planning, preparing and assessing learning activities that support progression and achievement.
  • Supporting learners to achieve their qualifications.
  • Contributing to curriculum development so content reflects current industry standards.
  • Maintaining safe working practices in workshops and learning environments.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

  • Minimum NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or a closely related discipline
  • Relevant industry experience within an engineering environment
  • A passion for sharing your knowledge and supporting learner success

Desirable (but not essential):

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

A teaching qualification isn't essential. If you're moving across from industry, you'll be supported to gain one.

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

What's on Offer

  • Support to gain teaching qualification if moving from industry

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 equivalent
  • Relevant industry experience in engineering environment
  • Passion for teaching and supporting learners

Benefits

  • • Support to gain teaching qualification if moving from industry

Skills & Qualifications

Mechanical engineeringPractical workshop trainingTheoretical engineering teachingAssessment and feedbackCurriculum developmentWorkshop safety practices

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