Carpentry & Joinery Lecturer

Summary:

Carpentry & Joinery Lecturer opportunity at a forward-thinking further education college.

About the School:

A school committed to innovation, inclusion, and excellence in education, serving diverse communities in North London. It is proud to be rated 'Good' by Ofsted and is focused on preparing students for successful careers and further study.

The Opportunity:

As a Carpentry & Joinery Lecturer, you will play a key role in shaping the future of skilled trades education. You will deliver high-quality teaching across City and Guilds programmes, helping learners develop the skills needed for employment and apprenticeships. This is a unique chance to contribute to a growing department and influence curriculum development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, inclusive and high-quality sessions across Carpentry and Joinery programmes up to Level 3 City and Guilds.
• Track and monitor learner progress, implementing timely interventions to support learners in achieving their qualifications.
• Contribute to the development, review and continuous improvement of the Carpentry and Joinery curriculum.
• Assess learner work to awarding body standards and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry practice, qualification frameworks and emerging technologies.
• Support learners academically and personally, promoting positive behaviour and employability skills.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• A Level 3 Carpentry and Joinery qualification (City and Guilds or equivalent)
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS, QTLS, PGCE, DET or equivalent)
• Recent and relevant industry experience in Carpentry and Joinery
• Experience delivering Carpentry and Joinery programmes up to Level 3 City and Guilds
• Experience supporting learners with varied needs and abilities
• Experience developing teaching resources and curriculum materials
• Experience using digital learning platforms and educational technology
• Strong knowledge of Carpentry and Joinery principles, materials, methods and safe working practices
• English and Maths at Level 2 or above
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding

Preferred

• An assessor qualification (e.g. TAQA, A1)
• An Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualification
• Experience contributing to quality assurance processes
• Experience working with employers or industry partners
• Experience delivering Functional Skills or English and Maths support alongside vocational delivery

Compensation & Benefits:

• 55 days annual leave for academic staff (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Access to a range of optional benefits including cycle to work schemes, eye tests for DSE users, and gym facilities
• Support for new teachers through targeted retention payments and early career development initiatives