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Section Manager: Mechanical Engineer

Dovetail Ref: 188958
FE & HE £47,939 - £52,165 per annum including London Weighting permanent lead Level 27 August 2026
Location TBC
Molly Bishop

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Education Details

Mechanical Engineering Further Education fe college
Levels: FoundationLevel 2Level 3Advanced

Job Description

Curriculum Manager - Mechanical Engineer

Permanent

Location: London

Salary: £47,939 - £52,165 per annum including London Weighting

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineering Lecturer ready to lead a team and shape the next generation of engineers?

About the role

An education provider is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Curriculum Manager to provide leadership across their mechanical engineering provision. Reporting to Head of School for Engineering, this role combines managing study programmes, providing leadership for a team of lecturers and developing the courses.

You'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management, supporting a team of lecturers and support staff to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment. You'll help learners progress from foundation levels through to advanced study, ensuring your provision remains relevant to the sector and to employer needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and managing a team of teaching and support staff within the mechanical engineering section.
  • Overseeing the planning, delivery and quality assurance of the curriculum across all levels.
  • Teaching and assessing across mechanical engineering programmes.
  • Monitoring learner progress and driving strong outcomes and retention.
  • Supporting the recruitment, development and appraisal of section staff.
  • Contributing to the wider development of the engineering provision.

What we're looking for

Essential:

  • Full Level 5 teaching qualification
  • Mechanical Engineering Qualification or Related Field
  • Substantial industry or teaching experience in mechanical engineering
  • Strong organisational and team leadership skills
  • The ability to inspire and support learners at all levels

Drive the next generation of engineers

If you're ready to lead a team and pass on your engineering expertise to learners starting their careers, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.

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Molly Bishop

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Requirements

  • Full Level 5 teaching qualification
  • Mechanical Engineering Qualification or Related Field
  • Substantial industry or teaching experience in mechanical engineering
  • Strong organisational and team leadership skills
  • Ability to inspire and support learners at all levels

Skills & Qualifications

Mechanical engineeringCurriculum managementTeam leadershipQuality assuranceTeaching and assessmentStaff developmentProgramme management

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