South Hampshire College Group Recruitment Event: Teaching Careers in Construction, Electrical & Engineering

Are you ready to inspire the next generation of builders, makers, and innovators?

Dovetail & Slate is thrilled to partner with South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) to host a dedicated recruitment evening at the state-of-the-art CEMAST campus. We are actively searching for passionate individuals from the construction, electrical, and engineering sectors to join SHCG's growing and dynamic team.

No teaching qualifications? No problem. We are casting a wide net across the industry. Whether you are an experienced lecturer or currently working on the tools and looking to transition into education, we want to meet you! South Hampshire College Group provides full support for industry professionals to gain their Level 3 Teaching Qualification on the job. If you have the industry skills and the desire to shape the future of your trade, we will help you get the tools to teach.

Roles We're Hiring For

We are currently helping the college find passionate individuals to fill the following crucial teaching positions:

What to Expect

This isn't your standard, sit-down lecture. We’ve designed this event to be interactive, informal, and highly productive:

• "Speed Dating" with Managers: Jump straight into informal mini-interviews and networking chats with SHCG hiring managers to quickly find where your skills fit best.
• Facility Tours: Take a guided walk around the college's cutting-edge workshops, classrooms, and facilities.
• Meet the Leadership: Connect directly with Vice Principals from the Southampton, Fareham, and Eastleigh campuses, alongside SHCG's HR managers and the Dovetail & Slate recruitment team.

Event Details

• Date: 7th July
• Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• Location: South Hampshire College Group, CEMAST Campus
• Refreshments: Complimentary tea, coffee, and water will be provided.
• Parking: Free on-site parking is available (allocated on a first-come, first-served basis).

Benefits of Working at South Hampshire College Group

To help attract candidates—especially those coming from the industry who might be comparing college perks to private sector benefits—you can highlight the following exceptional employee benefits offered by the college:

Unbeatable Leave & Pensions:

• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 50 days per year for lecturing staff, 35 days for management, and 30 days for support staff (exclusive of bank holidays).
• Top-Tier Pensions: Excellent employer contributions through the Teachers' Pension Scheme (up to 28.68%) and the Local Government Pension Scheme (27.1%).

Health & Wellbeing:

• Healthcare Cash Plan: The college fully funds a Level 1 Medicash plan, which includes free GP appointments, dentistry, opticians, and professional counselling services, with the option to add family members.
• Free Onsite Gym: Staff have free access to the fully equipped gyms located across the campuses.
• Mental Health Support: Dedicated Mental Health First Aiders on site, plus an annual wellbeing event focused on physical, emotional, and mental health.

Career Development & Convenience:

• Fully-Funded Training: They cover the cost of professional qualifications, including the Level 3 Teaching Qualification you mentioned, as well as management courses.
• Free Parking: Free on-site parking is provided at all locations for staff.
• Lifestyle Perks: A Cycle to Work scheme (saving up to 39% on a bike), exclusive access to "Discounts for Teachers" and Blue Light Cards, plus access to affordable onsite student-led hair/beauty salons and restaurants.