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Lecturer in Engineering

Employer
Truro and Penwith College
Location
Truro, Cornwall
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time, Part Time
Salary
£33,723 - £42,215* per annum
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
12th January 2026 05:00 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Job ID
1522295
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
  • Contract Type :Permanent
  • Job ID: 1522295

Lecturer in Engineering

Location: Ottery Building – Bodmin

Salary: £33,723 – £42,215 per annum*

Contract: Full Time or Fractional

We are one of the highest-performing colleges nationally, rated Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ for apprenticeships. Working closely with the Cornwall Manufacturing Group, we help develop the future workforce and upskill existing employees.

Exciting opportunities exist to work with emerging engineering sectors in Cornwall, including Offshore Wind Technology, Lithium Extraction, and the Food & Drink industry.

Our Engineering department is based in the state-of-the-art STEM & Health Skills Centre in Bodmin, featuring a large open workshop, welding facility, CAD studio, Electronics room, Mechatronics lab, and general teaching rooms.

Please note: The Ottery campus is closed on Mondays, so working from home will be the option on that day.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed lecturer with the ability to inspire students and maintain excellent working relationships within a successful team. A willingness to support students pastorally and adapt to a dynamic environment is essential.

Ideal Candidate:

Mechanical and industrial electrical/electronic maintenance background (including hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, and robotic systems).

Food & Drink maintenance industry experience desirable.

Level 3 apprenticeship in maintenance operations (or equivalent).

Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).

Level 4 HNC or equivalent desirable.

Fractional contract options are available, allowing you to combine lecturing with industry work.

Benefits include: 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays and College closure days, Teachers’ Pension Scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking, staff discounts, and a comprehensive wellbeing programme.

Curriculum Vitae are not accepted – application forms only.

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