Dovetail & Slate
HE Motorsport Lecturer
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HE Motorsport Lecturer
Lecturer in Motorsport (Higher Education)
Location: Preston Salary: £28,000 – £31,000 (Unqualified) | Up to £39,000 (Qualified) Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you ready to play a key role in educating the next generation of motorsport engineers?
We are seeking an experienced and committed individual to join our team as a Lecturer in Motorsport, delivering high-quality teaching to our Higher Education students.
We warmly welcome candidates directly from the industry. If you have the technical expertise and a passion for the sector, we provide the support and funding you need to transition into a rewarding career in academia.
About the Role
In this role, you will:
- Contribute to the design and delivery of a dynamic and industry-relevant curriculum, supporting students in developing both their academic understanding and practical skills.
- Use your knowledge, professional experience, and enthusiasm for motorsport engineering to guide students through their studies and prepare them for progression into the sector.
- Engage students in applied projects, collaborative learning, and real-world problem-solving, equipping them with the skills and confidence needed for a successful future in motorsport and related fields.
- Leverage access to state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry links to deliver an engaging, practical learning experience.
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Requirements & Qualifications
Essential:
- A Degree in Motorsport Engineering (or a closely related discipline).
- Proven professional experience within the motorsport industry.
- Teaching qualifications are not required; however, all costs associated with achieving full teaching qualifications will be fully funded for the successful candidate.
Salary Structure:
- Unqualified Teacher: £28,000 – £31,000 per annum.
- Qualified Teacher: Up to £39,000 per annum.
Why Join Us?
We offer nationally and internationally recognised education provision across:
- Further Education
- Higher Education
- Adult Education
- Apprenticeships
Our Higher Education programmes maintain valued partnerships with universities, placing us among the top five largest land-based and sports colleges in the UK. We foster an environment where colleagues thrive in supporting students, enhancing their educational experience and employability.
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What We Offer
- Generous Leave: 42 calendar days off per year, excluding bank holidays.
- Pension: Membership of the Teacher’s Pension Scheme.
- Development & Training:
- Fully funded teaching qualifications for successful candidates.
- Regular Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
- Wellbeing: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for additional support.
- Equal Opportunities: Dovetail and Slate Ltd is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.
Important Notice: Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn’t a perfect fit, we encourage you to share your CV for other opportunities.
Compliance & Vetting: All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where required, an enhanced DBS, PVG, or EWC check, following Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.
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