Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Lincoln College, Monks Road, Lincoln, Lincolnshire, LN2 5HQ

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  26 October 2026

• Closing date

  15 October 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  5 October 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher or lecturer
  • Suitable for early career teachers (746)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subject: Engineering
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £33547 - £40064

What skills and experience we're looking for

1. To plan, prepare and deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment (face-to-face, online and blended).

2. To be responsible for course delivery, course management and learner success rates within Mechanical Engineering.

3. To maintain high standards of teaching and learning through peer review, observation and reflective practice.

4.To undertake assessment, internal verification and maintain accurate learner records in line with quality standards.

5. To contribute to curriculum design, development and continuous improvement aligned to employer and industry needs.

6. To support recruitment, selection and enrolment of learners.

7. To liaise with employers, schools, universities and other stakeholders to support progression and partnerships.

8. To contribute to enrichment activities (trips, visits, guest speakers, employer engagement).

9. To engage in continuous professional development, maintaining up-to-date subject and pedagogical knowledge.

10. To support quality assurance processes and awarding body requirements.

11. To participate in cross-college activities, working groups and strategic initiatives.

12. To promote a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment that motivates learners.

13. To actively support learner wellbeing, safeguarding and personal development.

14. To contribute to the development of innovative delivery methods including digital and blended learning, and work as a member of a flexible delivery team within the Mechanical Engineering Department.

15. To maintain professional standards and expertise, integrity and accountability in all aspects of the role and undertaking relevant professional development including active participation in Golden Hours

What the college offers its staff

• Holiday entitlement of up to 55 days (including bank holidays and closure days)
• Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)
• The ability to achieve a *LAT Excellence Pay increment, currently £42,509 per annum (*subject to eligibility criteria)
• Wellbeing events calendar
• "You Matter" perks platform
• Flexible/Hybrid working options
• Access to Blue Light - Discounts for Teachers | Blue Light Card which gives exclusive discounts across various sectors, including retail, hospitality, entertainment, travel and more!
• A Golden Hello payment of £2,000 upon appointment of the successful candidate and a one-off payment of £2,000 upon successful completion of probationary period.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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About Lincoln College

• Organisation type: FE College, ages 16 to 99
• Education phase: Sixth form or FE college
• Size: No information available
• Age range: 16 to 99
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Lincoln College website
• Email address: hrrecruitment@lincolncollege.ac.uk
• Phone number: 01522 876245
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/lincoln-college

Arranging a visit to Lincoln College

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hrrecruitment@lincolncollege.ac.uk.

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