Location: Newcastle
Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent
Salary: £TBC (dependent on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
We’re supporting a leading education provider in Newcastle who are looking to appoint a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who wants to move into teaching, training, or mentoring the next generation of engineers.
The organisation is open to candidates without prior teaching experience — full support and training can be provided.
The Role
You will deliver high‑quality teaching across:
Level 2 & Level 3 Engineering programmes
Apprenticeships
Potential HE delivery (depending on qualifications and experience)
This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone who enjoys developing others and sharing practical industry knowledge.
What They’re Looking For
Essential:
Strong practical industry experience in one or more of the following:
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Maintenance Engineering
Production Engineering
CNC / Machining
Fabrication & Welding
Multi‑skilled Engineering
Apprenticeship / Workshop Supervision
Engineering Training / Mentoring
A passion for developing learners and passing on industry skills
Right to work in the UK
Preferred:
HNC/HND in a relevant engineering discipline
Teaching qualification (desirable but not essential)
Full support can be provided for candidates transitioning from industry
Why This Role Appeals to Industry Engineers
Opportunity to step away from shifts, call‑outs, and reactive workloads
Structured working hours
Strong job security
Full training and development into teaching
A chance to shape the next generation of engineers
Salary description
£36000.00 - £40000.00 per year