Ref: 2526/172
Hours: 23.1 hours per week (15 teaching hours)
Salary: Up to £43,408 pro rata per annum*(Subject to qualifications and experience)
Plus generous benefits. These include:
• 57 days annual leave per year pro rata (including bank holidays and efficiency closures)
• Generous Occupational Pension Scheme
• Financial support towards teacher training course fees if you do not have a recognised Level 5 teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE) - worth up to £7,000 over two years
*Staff with Advanced Teacher Status (ATS) via the Society for Education and Training (SET) are eligible to receive an enhanced salary of £44,875.
About the role
We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Carpentry and Joinery Tutor to join our team. In this role, you will work with both full-time students and apprentices, supporting them in developing the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for successful careers in the construction industry.
This position is ideal for a qualified carpenter or joiner looking to take their first step into teaching, as well as for an experienced tutor seeking to further develop their career. You will play a key role in inspiring learners and helping them achieve their full potential within our modern workshop environment.
About the person
We are seeking a skilled and passionate Carpentry and Joinery professional to join our teaching team. You will hold a Level 3 qualification in Site Carpentry or Bench Joinery and have relevant, up-to-date industry experience.
You will be enthusiastic about your trade and committed to passing on your knowledge to the next generation of carpenters and joiners. Alongside developing learners’ technical skills, you will support their wider employability skills, including English and maths.
You will be approachable, self-motivated and committed to supporting learners in a structured, supportive environment. A flexible and collaborative approach is essential, as you will work closely with colleagues to deliver an engaging and high-quality learning experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt your teaching or training style to meet the needs of a diverse range of learners will be key to your success.
Previous teaching experience is not essential. We provide full training and ongoing support, including mentoring, to help you develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the role.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced carpenter or joiner looking to move into education, or for a current tutor seeking a new challenge. Above all, you will be passionate about your subject and driven to inspire, develop and support learners as they progress into successful careers within the construction industry.
About the College
One of the largest further education college in the region, offering a comprehensive range of courses from Entry Level to degree level. We are committed to upholding our values of ambition, care, respect and success, and are dedicated to providing the highest standards of education and support to all our students and apprentices.
We have approximately 4,200 school leavers, 1,200 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.
As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym
Salary description
£33000.00 - £43500.00 per year