Lead Assessor - Mechanical Engineering

Leeds City College are recruiting for two Engineering Teachers/Assessors to join our team. This is a brilliant opportunity to join our expanding community of talented, committed and inspirational colleagues. Working in a dynamic, values-led organisation, this role is for those who are passionate about development and innovation within a lively college community. 

As an Engineering Teacher/Assessor at Printworks Campus, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of engineers. Your primary responsibilities will include delivering high-quality, engaging teaching sessions. You will design and implement innovative teaching methods to enhance the learning experience and ensure that students are well-prepared for careers in various engineering fields.

In addition to teaching, you will be expected to contribute to the development of the engineering curriculum, ensuring it remains current with industry trends and technological advancements. This includes designing new course materials, updating existing ones, and participating in curriculum review processes.

Overall, this role requires a dynamic individual with a passion for engineering education, a commitment to student success, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community.

What You Will Do

The focus of this role is to be available to visit the workplace and assess apprentices studying the Engineering Apprenticeship standards. You'll complete all administrative work connected with the assessments and apprenticeships and provide prompt and constructive feedback to candidates soon after assessment.

• Plan and deliver high-quality Engineering lessons to learners at Level 2 and Level 3 level.
• Develop and adapt curriculum materials to meet the needs of learners
• Assess and provide feedback on student progress
• Support learners in achieving their educational goals
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall learning experience
• Key Teaching qualities required are shown below: (Not all, but a selection from the list)
• Conventional Turning & Milling
• Hand Fitting
• Basic CNC Milling & Turning
• CAD
• CAM / 3D Printing
• 6 Axis robotics
• General Engineering - H&S, Communications & Organisational Efficiency
• Business Improvement Techniques - Lean Manufacturing
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics
• Basic Electrical Installation for Maintenance Engineers
• Technical Drawing - Paper based on drawing boards
• Mechanical Principles
• Electrical Principles
• Measurement & Inspection

About You

• Qualified to Level 4 or above in Engineering (Mechatronics or Mechanical)
• Experience working within the Engineering Industry
• We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about their subject and has a demonstrable commitment to using their expertise to create an excellent teaching and learning experience for our learners.
• You need to have in depth teaching experience in the field of mechanical Engineering and ideally be a qualified assessor and teacher - where this is not the case we will support you in achieving the necessary qualifications. We just ask that you are motivated by helping others to learn, and that you really want to make a difference to people's lives.

Benefits

There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
• Support Staff 39 days
• Academic 44 days
• Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
• Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). 
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities -  including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. 

We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.