Teacher of Engineering - Welding and Fabrication
Optimistic - Equity- Kindness- Innovation– Collaboration
As the demand for engineering education continues to rise, we remain dedicated to delivering exceptional learning experiences that equip our students with the skills and knowledge needed for successful careers in the field. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team, committed to inspiring the next generation of engineers through innovative teaching, meaningful learning, and impactful assessment—empowering our learners to thrive in their future careers.
Derby College Group (DCG) is excited to announce that we are currently seeking a passionate individual to join our team as a Teacher of Engineering. This role will be based at The Roundhouse campus. If you would like to visit the site and meet the team before applying, please reach out to us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.
The Opportunity
You will be effectively managing learners' day-to-day learning in line with the College's objectives, inspiring both learners and colleagues by applying specific knowledge. Continuously raise retention and achievement levels, ensuring learners progress well from their starting points and meet or exceed age-related standards. Assist learners in obtaining relevant qualifications to advance to higher-level courses and occupations that meet local and national needs.
For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please see the Job Description here
About you
You will bring outstanding interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for sharing your knowledge and experience with the next generation of engineers. The ideal candidate will have relevant industry experience in engineering and hold at least a Level 3 qualification in the subject. Teaching qualifications are not essential—if you have the industry expertise, we will support you in gaining Qualified Teacher Status.
For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please see the Job Description here.
The Benefits
- Salary of up to £41,683 per annum.
- 34 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)
- Teacher Pension Scheme with a 28.68% contribution.
- Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
- TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
- Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
- Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
- Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
- Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
- Continuous development and progression opportunities
- Free eye tests with Specsavers
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.
Safeguarding statement
DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.
