Engineering Lecturer (Mechanical)

The vacancy

DN College Group is committed to achieving the highest standards in education and fostering a caring, inclusive environment. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering, with industry knowledge of machining/CNC, to join our dynamic team and help develop the future generation of engineers.

Teaching or assessing experience is desirable, but we are open to applications from candidates with industry knowledge and experience who are looking to explore a career in education. DN College Group is renowned for offering training and development opportunities, including our LET's Teach scheme, and Trade to Teach. 

Scope and Purpose of the Role: As a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering, you will be responsible for teaching and assessing students across a range of programmes, including apprenticeships, further education, and work-based learning. You will play a key role in curriculum development, ensuring the effective delivery of courses and supporting students to achieve their full potential.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Teaching and Assessment: Deliver engaging lessons and assess student progress, ensuring learning goals are met.
• Curriculum Development: Develop learning materials and contribute to the continuous improvement of the curriculum.
• Student Support: Provide guidance and support to students, helping them to overcome challenges and succeed in their studies.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in course verification and quality assurance processes to maintain high standards.
• Programme Management: Coordinate courses and manage the day-to-day running of programmes, including timetabling and student administration.
• Professional Development: Engage in continuous professional development to stay updated in your specialist area.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualifications: Relevant professional technical qualification at a minimum of Level 3, and a teaching qualification (or willingness to achieve one within the first 6 months).
• Experience: Substantial industrial experience in mechanical engineering and experience in a lecturing or training role within the Further Education sector.
• Skills: Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire learners.
• Knowledge: Specialist knowledge of CNC or machinist is essential.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment with a strong commitment to equality and diversity.
• Benefits: Competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.

If you are passionate about mechanical engineering and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students.

As part of the recruitment process and in-line with keeping children safe in education we will conduct social media checks on candidates that are shortlisted. ​

About us

North Lindsey College has been a key training provider in Scunthorpe for over 60 years, helping thousands of people throughout the years to go on to achieve their dreams.

We offer post-16 study programmes, apprenticeships, traineeships, part-time short courses and Higher Education programmes.

Across all of our provision we work closely with employers across every sector in this region and further afield, to help you gain the skills you need to progress into your chosen career.

For further information about the role including job description and application form please visit the vacancies section of our website via the apply link.