Mechanical Engineering Lecturer - Dovetail & Slate : Job Details

Job Title: Lecturer in Mechanical EngineeringLocation: Rotherham areaHours: Full-time (37 hours per week, all year round)Contract: PermanentSalary: Up to £32,199 per annum + £5,000 Market Force SupplementAdditional: £6,000 government bursary available for eligible new teachers

Are you ready to put down the tools and step into a rewarding career in education?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a thriving training provider in the Rotherham area. Whether you're an industry professional looking for a career change, or an experienced tutor or assessor seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact-sharing your skills and shaping the future workforce.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Delivering high-quality teaching and assessment up to Level 3 across study programmes, adult courses, and apprenticeships
• Teaching a range of subjects such as mechanical engineering, maintenance, mechatronics, and machining in both workshop and classroom settings
• Developing engaging, creative resources that bring lessons to life and inspire student success
• Monitoring learner progress, setting SMART targets, and supporting learners to reach their full potential
• Collaborating with internal teams including Technicians, Work Placement Officers, Curriculum Admin, and Exams

What We're Looking For:

• A vocational qualification at Level 3 or above in Mechanical Engineering
• A teaching qualification and assessor award (or willingness to work towards)
• Practical industry experience and strong knowledge of maintenance, machining, and/or mechatronics
• An enthusiastic and engaging approach to teaching
• A collaborative and motivated team player with excellent communication skills

Ideal for:

• Engineers ready to transition into teaching (with full training provided)
• Experienced instructors seeking a vibrant, learner-focused environment

Why Apply?

• Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme
• Up to 50 days annual leave including bank holidays and Christmas closure
• Government bursary of up to £6,000 per year for eligible new teachers
• Access to on-site gyms, salons, and restaurants
• Occupational Health and Employee Wellbeing schemes
• Free parking across all sites
• Fully funded CPD, including teaching qualifications and industry-recognised certifications
• Flexible working options available

Who We Are:This is a high-performing training organisation with a mission to deliver outstanding education. With recent Ofsted 'Good' status and national recognition for diversity and inclusion, you'll be joining a place where your contribution is valued and your career is supported. The team lives by its values: Inclusivity, Integrity, Delivery, and Teamwork.

Apply now and help shape the next generation of engineers-while building a rewarding future for yourself.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a market-leading education recruitment company, specialising in the supply of staff across all areas of the education sector - including teaching, student support, and non-teaching roles. If this vacancy isn't the right fit, we welcome your CV and encourage you to contact our team to explore other opportunities.

Dovetail and Slate Limited (Company No. 11351060) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, candidates, and partner organisations to share this commitment.

Roles may involve work with under-18s or vulnerable adults. Where applicable, offers of employment will be subject to appropriate vetting, which may include enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, barred list checks, references, right to work checks, and where relevant, PVG Scheme registration (Scotland) or Education Workforce Council (EWC) registration (Wales). All checks will be carried out in accordance with relevant safeguarding legislation and guidance, such as Keeping Children Safe in Education (England).

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