Coleg Sir Gâr is seeking an enthusiastic and innovative HE Lecturer in Electrical & Electronic Engineering to join our growing Engineering team.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to deliver high-quality teaching and learning across Further and Higher Education programmes, including Level 4–6 provision. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and a passion for developing the next generation of engineers through engaging, industry-focused teaching.
Working closely with colleagues, employers and learners, you will contribute to curriculum development, support learner achievement and help ensure our programmes continue to meet the needs of industry and higher education progression routes.
Applicants should hold a relevant Engineering degree and have experience of teaching within Further and/or Higher Education. Industrial experience within the electrical, electronic or automation sectors and assessor/verifier qualifications would be advantageous.
If you are committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences and want to play a key role in the future development of Engineering at Coleg Sir Gâr, we would welcome your application.
Teaching & Learning Delivery
- Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality, engaging lectures, tutorials, workshop sessions, and open learning courses across FE and HE levels (up to Level 6).
- Teach a wide-ranging and diverse curriculum, including but not limited to:
- Electrical & Electronic Principles
- Digital and Analogue Electronics & Communications
- Instrumentation & Control Theory
- Mechatronics
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Motors, Drives, and Power Systems
- Power Electronics & Power Systems Modelling
- Electronic Production, Testing, and Products Management
- C Programming & Embedded Systems
- Electronic Design and Simulation
- Engineering Mathematics (for technicians and higher levels)
- Supervision of student Electrical and Electronic Projects
- Contribute to school-linked 14–19 initiatives, essential/key skills development, and elements of the Welsh Baccalaureate.
- Embed digital literacy and industry-relevant software/hardware tools seamlessly into practical sessions.
- Contribute to supporting learners to compete in local, national and international ‘Skills Competitions’.
Assessment & Quality Assurance
- Design, invigilate, and mark assessments, coursework, and examinations in line with awarding body and university partner regulations.
- Provide constructive, timely, and detailed feedback to students to support their academic and professional development.
- Act as an internal quality assurer (IQA) or participate in internal verification, moderation, and quality assurance procedures.
Role of Course Leader, Personal Tutor & Student Support
- Act as a Course Leader for an assigned programme, supporting curriculum planning and ensuring the thorough tracking and monitoring of progress is kept up to date, and the data is accurately evidenced and recorded for exam boards and quality assurance.
- Act as a Personal Tutor to an assigned group of students, fostering strong relationships to help them develop good study habits, security, and responsibility.
- Monitor, discuss, and report on student attendance and progress using the College's database systems.
- Consult and communicate with parents, guardians, and employers regarding student achievement and progress.
- Deliver a College programme of personal studies under the guidance of the Director of Learner Support.
- Offer guidance on personal welfare, referring students to appropriate internal and external specialist agencies when necessary.
- Ensure students are aware of careers and Higher Education guidance, and prepare references for HE or employment.
Institutional & Commercial Engagement
- Work flexibly to meet departmental needs. This includes daytime teaching, scheduled evening teaching sessions, and attendance at promotional events (e.g., Open Evenings, Parents' Evenings, student interviews, and enrolment days).
- Contribute to the development and delivery of commercial, in-company courses, and external projects.
- Support curriculum development within the faculty, college, partner schools, and other educational establishments.
- Effectively manage any resources or equipment allocated within an agreed budget.
- Engage in continuous professional development (CPD), participate in relevant in-service training, and work towards full compliance with National Occupational Standards.
- Implement targets outlined in the bilingual development plan, College equal opportunities policies, and monitor Health & Safety compliance.
- Attend special events annually in support of learner achievements eg Graduation Ceremonies and Awards of Excellence Celebrations.
- When required, participate in community exhibitions to promote engineering courses and careers with ‘have-a-go kits’ or displays.
- On occasion escort learners on trips and educational visits
Essential Criteria:
- A relevant Honours Degree (BEng / BSc) in an engineering discipline or a closely related field
- PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent recognised teaching qualification. (Candidates without this qualification must obtain a PGCE within 2 years of the employment date, during which the Associate Lecturer Scale will apply).
- GCSE English and Maths at a minimum Grade C or O Level equivalent
- Proven experience teaching Engineering successfully across multiple levels, specifically including both FE and HE up to Level 6. Previous experience at all levels is required.
- A thorough understanding of current relevant issues within Further and Higher Education.
- High level of competence in utilising industry-standard software (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink, MULTISIM, CAD, PLC programming software) and hardware tools for laboratory and practical sessions
- Ability to confidently teach a wide range of modules spanning theory, design, simulation, and practical testing.
- Good communicator with diplomacy and tact
- Good interpersonal and organisational skills
- Ability to work harmoniously with students and colleagues
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Excellent punctuality and ability to work flexibly
Desirable Criteria:
- Relevant Assessor (A1/TAQA) or Verifier (V1) awards
- Industrial experience within the electrical, electronic, or automation sectors.
- Willingness to drive a college minibus
Welsh Language Requirements:
- Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 0/1 Desirable
- Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 0/1 Desirable
(See detailed language descriptions attached)
Persons are welcome to apply for posts in Welsh and applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
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You will receive 46 days holiday, plus bank holidays and five closure days which totals at 59 days holiday per year.
- Extremely generous pension scheme with employer contributions of 23.68%.
- Award-winning professional learning and development programme.
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site car parking
- Online and instore retail discounts
Coleg Sir Gâr was created in 1985 and became a corporate institution in 1993. In 2013 it became Coleg Sir Gar Ltd, a company within the University of Wales: Trinity Saint David Group, and part of a regional Dual Sector University. The College has an annual turnover of over £35m and employs around 800 staff.
Coleg Ceredigion was created in 1985 and became a corporate institution in 1993. The college merged with the University of Wales Trinity Saint David as a subsidiary company in 2014. The college has an annual turnover of £6m and employs around 180 staff.
The College is based in South West Wales and has seven main campuses at Llanelli (Graig), Carmarthen (Pibwrlwyd and Jobs Well), Ammanford, Llandeilo (Gelli Aur), Aberystwyth and Cardigan. The College is also home to Carmarthen School of Art which has its origins dating back to 1854.
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Fulfilling Potential
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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At Coleg Sir Gar & Coleg Ceredigion, we inspire learners to fulfil potential and achieve excellence. To do this, we need the best employees to continue our culture of respect, unity and professionalism. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and therefore welcome applications from all backgrounds and areas of the community to the college.
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Disability Confident
Coleg Sir Gar and Coleg Ceredigion are proud to be a disability confident employer. As a result, we ensure our recruitment process is fully inclusive and accessible to all, communicate and promote all opportunities, anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments, support existing employees who acquire a disability or long term health condition to stay in work, and offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
