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Job Title: Carpentry and Joinery Lecturer
Location: South East London
Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week)
Salary: GBP33,787 - GBP40,306
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a prominent Further Education provider in South East London to recruit an enthusiastic Carpentry and Joinery Lecturer. This is an exceptional opportunity to bring your valuable trade experience into the classroom and inspire the next generation of skilled craftspeople. Working closely with the Curriculum Manager, you will deliver high-quality training to students working towards Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications, helping learners from all backgrounds build confidence and gain key industry skills.
About The Setting
The college is a well-established FE provider dedicated to raising aspirations, improving social mobility, and equipping students with real-world vocational skills. Spanning several modern campuses across South East London, the organisation boasts state-of-the-art trade workshops, strong local employer links, and a supportive, collaborative teaching environment. Staff benefit from excellent professional development, clear career progression pathways, and access to comprehensive employee health and wellness perks.
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Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Teach and assess Level 1 and Level 2 Carpentry and Joinery courses, delivering high-quality practical and theoretical sessions.
- Design, review, and maintain comprehensive schemes of work, lesson plans, and learning resources prior to course delivery.
- Provide individual student tutorials, offering formative feedback, tracking attendance, and monitoring academic progress.
- Maintain strict Health and Safety standards within workshop environments in accordance with college procedures.
- Promote the department by participating in marketing events, open days, and student recruitment initiatives.
- Assist in establishing and monitoring work experience placements through liaisons with regional employers.
- Complete administrative tasks and student record-keeping efficiently to support quality assurance and verification processes.
What We Are Looking For
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Qualifications:
- Full Level 3 qualification in Carpentry/Joinery (including NVQ) and Level 2 literacy and numeracy (GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent).
- A recognised FE teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, DET) or Assessor/IQA awards (A1/TAQA) are desirable, but candidates willing to work towards a teaching qualification will also be considered.
Characteristics:
- A minimum of 5 years of verifiable industry experience in Carpentry and Joinery.
- Strong communication skills to engage diverse learner groups.
- Robust organizational abilities.
Transport and Commute:
- Ability to travel reliably to college campuses across South East London (including the Bromley, Bexley, and Greenwich areas).
Safeguarding and Compliance
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Barred List checks, verification of full employment history with all CV gaps explained, and proof of the right to work in the UK.
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