Lecturer in Motorsport

Motorsport Lecturer
Full Time | Permanent
Preston, Lancashire
Salary: £39,505 (including market supplement) + £6,000 Levelling Up Payment (tax free)

Are you currently working in motorsport and looking for a better work-life balance? Or ready to take your experience from the pit lane, garage, or operations team and pass it on to the next generation?
This is a unique opportunity to move into teaching with a highly respected college in Preston, known for its outstanding student behaviour, high-calibre learners, and exceptional reputation within the motorsport industry.
This role is very much open to industry professionals — particularly those with experience in motorsport teams, operations, or management — who want to step into a more balanced and rewarding career while staying connected to the industry.

The Role

You will deliver Motorsport courses to both Level 3 and degree-level students, combining theory with practical, industry-informed teaching.
This is not just classroom delivery — you’ll be shaping future engineers, team members, and industry professionals, many of whom go on to work at the very highest levels of motorsport.
The college has an outstanding track record, with former students progressing into elite roles within top-tier motorsport teams, including Formula 1.

Ideal Background
We are keen to hear from both experienced lecturers and industry professionals.
You should have:

A minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant motorsport or engineering discipline
Industry experience within motorsport (e.g. rally, circuit racing, Formula 1 or similar environments)
Strong understanding of motorsport operations, with management and logistics experience highly desirable
A passion for developing future talent Experience working within high-performance or professional motorsport teams will be a significant advantage.

Teacher Training & Support

Fully funded Level 5 Teaching Qualification (apprenticeship route)
1.5 hours per week of protected study time
Ongoing CPD and development opportunities What’s in it for you?

Teachers’ Pension Scheme (28.68% employer contribution)
42 days annual leave + bank holidays
£6,000 Levelling Up payment (tax free)
Time off in lieu for trips, race events, and open days
A highly supportive and collaborative environment
The opportunity to teach some of the most driven and capable students in the sector The College

This is a forward-thinking and well-regarded college in Lancashire with a standout reputation for motorsport education. Student behaviour and engagement are exceptional, and the calibre of learners is consistently high.
Following a 2023 Ofsted rating of “Good”, the college has undergone significant positive change — including restructuring, financial strengthening, and course optimisation — placing it in a strong position for an improved future inspection outcome and continued investment in staff and facilities.

Its alumni network speaks for itself, with former students progressing into elite roles across top motorsport teams at the highest level of the sport.

This is a rare opportunity to step out of the high-pressure motorsport environment while remaining closely connected to it — helping shape the next generation of engineers and team professionals.
  
Next steps

Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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