- Are you looking for a new role where you can pass on your industry knowledge and inspire the next generation of skilled tradespeople?
We are exploring the possibility of expanding our Multi Skills and Trades provision for the 2026/27 academic year and are interested in hearing from individuals who may be open to future teaching opportunities.
At this stage, we are gathering expressions of interest only and are not recruiting for specific roles.
However, we would be keen to connect with professionals who have:
- Industry experience within construction and the trades, including areas such as Multi Skills, Carpentry, Brickwork, Plumbing, Painting & Decorating, or related disciplines.
- Experience delivering vocational training, apprenticeships, or industry-recognised qualifications.
- A passion for developing the next generation of construction and trade professionals.
- If you are considering a new opportunity in education, whether you are an experienced teacher, assessor, or an industry professional interested in transitioning into teaching, we would welcome an initial conversation.
This exciting opportunity could include:
- Delivering practical, engaging lessons to a variety of learners.
- Joining a specialist teaching team and contributing to a range of trade and construction programmes.
- Supporting students through tutorial and pastoral activities.
- Delivering vocational and technical qualifications across Multi Skills and Trades programmes.
- Helping learners develop the practical skills, knowledge, and behaviours required for successful careers in the construction industry.
If you can demonstrate the following, then we’d love to hear from you:
- Recent industry experience.
- Relevant industry qualifications.
- Assessor/IQA Qualification (Desirable)
- For many of our teaching roles, we welcome applications from candidates at any stage of their career, including industry professionals with no/limited teaching experience. We are able to offer teacher development & qualifications to enable teaching success.
- Closing date: Ongoing
- Interview Date: Rolling
College location: Based in Eastbourne.
Annual salary: Circa £30,000 - £42,000 FTE
(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)
Hours: Variable – please state in supporting statement what opportunities you would be interested in.
In return, we can offer you:
A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.
To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.
For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email [email protected]. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.
OTHER INFORMATION:
East Sussex College is a values-driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.
Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.
We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at [email protected] and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.
At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.
Recruitment Agencies
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