About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and skilled Carpentry & Joinery Lecturer to join our Construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for an industry professional or experienced lecturer to inspire the next generation of tradespeople.
In this role, you will deliver high-quality teaching across a range of further education and apprenticeship programmes. You will support learners in developing their practical and theoretical skills, prepare apprentices for End-Point Assessment (EPA), and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the curriculum.
You will play a key part in creating a supportive, inclusive learning environment and ensuring students achieve their full potential in both classroom and workshop settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging teaching and learning across carpentry and joinery programmes
- Prepare lesson plans, learning materials and assess student work
- Support apprentices to successfully reach gateway and complete EPA
- Contribute to curriculum development and course leadership activities
- Manage the classroom and workshop environment to ensure effective learning
- Monitor student progress, providing guidance, mentoring and support
- Contribute to recruitment, enrolment and achievement of learner targets
- Participate in quality assurance, course reviews and departmental planning
- Maintain accurate records of learner progress and achievement
Essential Criteria
- Relevant carpentry and joinery qualifications or substantial industry experience
- Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
- Experience of teaching or training within FE, HE or industry settings
- Strong knowledge of carpentry and joinery practices and standards
- Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary
- Enrolment onto the Teachers Pension Scheme – 28.68% Employers contribution
- 35 Bookable annual leave days, bank holidays, and 2 weeks off at Christmas.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Access to same-day GP appointments, high street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments, electric car scheme.
- On-site gym & florist (site dependent).
- Access to our In-house Food Hall & Coffee Shops.
Additional Information
- Safer Recruitment: As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.
- Right to Work: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Closing date: 8th July 2026
Apply Now
If you are ready to share your expertise and help shape the future workforce in construction, we would love to hear from you.
For further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact:
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