Manufacturing & Engineering Teacher / Trainee

  • Nottinghamshire
  • Permanent
  • Thu Jul 9 09:54:18 2026
  • LMFW

Teacher / Trainee Teacher – Manufacturing & Engineering

Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire
Up to £44,162 per annum (including market allowance)
Full Time – 37 hours per week

Inspire the Next Generation of Engineers

Are you passionate about Manufacturing, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering? Do you want to share your industry knowledge and help develop the skilled workforce of the future?

An FE College is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Teacher or Trainee Teacher in Manufacturing & Engineering to join their Engineering, Fabrication and Welding team.

Whether you're an experienced FE lecturer, a newly qualified teacher, a recent graduate, or an engineering professional looking to move into education, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on learners' lives while developing your own career.

The Role

You'll deliver engaging and high-quality teaching across a range of Manufacturing and Engineering programmes, primarily at Levels 1, 2 and 3. Working with both full-time learners and employed students, you'll help students develop the technical knowledge, practical skills and confidence they need to succeed in industry.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Teaching and assessing learners across Manufacturing & Engineering programmes.
  • Developing innovative learning resources and schemes of work.
  • Supporting learners as a personal tutor.
  • Monitoring learner progress and achievement.
  • Contributing to curriculum development and quality improvement.
  • Creating an inclusive, supportive and inspiring learning environment.
  • Embedding our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, Ambition and Compassion in everything you do.

About You

We're looking for someone who:

  • Has a Level 3 qualification or above in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Has recent and relevant industry experience.
  • Is passionate about developing others and sharing knowledge.
  • Has excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Can motivate learners from a variety of backgrounds.
  • Holds a teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS or equivalent) or is willing to work towards one.

Why Join Us?

  • Salary up to £44,162 per annum (including market allowance).
  • Potential Levelling Up Premium Payment of up to £6,000 for eligible FE teachers.
  • 44 days annual leave (including bank holidays and concessionary days).
  • Teachers' Pension Scheme.
  • Ongoing professional development and teacher training support.
  • The opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future engineering workforce.

Looking for Temporary Work?

We recruit for temporary, contract, sessional Manufacturing & Engineering teaching positions throughout the year.

If you're interested in flexible teaching opportunities rather than a permanent role, we would still love to hear from you. Apply today and we'll register your details for future vacancies that match your skills and experience.

Apply Now

If you're ready to inspire the next generation of engineers and join a supportive, forward-thinking college, we'd love to hear from you.

Vision Talent Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing an inclusive and professional service for all.