Northumberland College
Lecturer and Programme Leader in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
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Lecturer and Programme Leader in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering, Automotive and Digital
Location: Northumberland Salary: £31,375 to £43,396 per annum Post Type: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 23:59 BST on Thursday 23 July 2026 Reference: 0404-26
About The College
Northumberland College is Ofsted Outstanding and is currently constructing a multi-million, state-of-the-art new campus in Ashington, due to open in 2026. The successful candidate will be based here, where a purpose-built construction, housing, advanced manufacturing and engineering centre will be located.
The curriculum spans technical and vocational further/higher education, with:
- Large apprenticeship provision
- Dedicated centres for learners with SEN/SEND
- Two main campuses (Ashington and Ponteland)
- Delivery through regional satellite centres (as part of Education Partnership Northeast)
The new state-backed campus in Wansbeck Business Park (#nationaltrailblazer in design and operation) includes:
- £52 million+ investment
- £14 million recently invested in existing site upgrades
Visit the 2024 Ofsted Report for details of the Outstanding quality across all areas.
Our Journey & Values
We foster a supportive, inclusive culture where staff thrive. Our commitment includes:
- Investing in professional development
- Prioritising wellbeing
Teaching Support Initiatives
For industry professionals retraining into further education teaching:
- [Taking Teaching Further (TTF)](Taking Teaching Further) – Funded programme
- Targeted Retention Incentive – Up to £6,000 over five years for eligible subjects/teacher shortages. Applies to select roles.
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About The Role
The Programme Leader in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering will:
- Oversee engineering programme delivery, manage educator teams, and ensure alignment with industry standards.
- Teach theoretical and practical lessons in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering to build student knowledge and hands-on skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Curriculum leadership:
- Collaborate with curriculum managers to develop career-focused learning plans, ensuring effective sequencing and resource alignment for ongoing industry relevance.
- Student journey & performance:
- Maintain data accuracy, driving continuous improvement and evaluating programme efficiency.
- Programme development:
- Lead development of cutting-edge new programmes based on industrial needs.
- Student support & progression:
- Guarantee recruitment, retention, achievement, and positive career outcomes.
- Quality teaching:
- Uphold assessment standards and ensure high‐quality learner experiences.
- Student well-being:
- Address concerns (attendance, wellbeing) with internal/externals (e.g. Better Education, Education Support).
- Industry engagement:
- Strengthen local/national industrial links to match educational delivery with industry demands.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Level 3 qualification in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics).
- Level 2 qualifications in:
- Maths
- English
Essential Skills & Experience
- Industry experience: Compulsory previous employment in an Electrical/Mechanical/Mechatronics sector setting.
- Technical skills: Practical experience for electro/mechanical demonstration/assessment.
- Technology: Confident use of VLEs, learning tech/digital tools.
- Keys skills:
- Effective written/verbal communication: Building relationships with students/colleagues/external stakeholders.
- Passion for teaching + commitment to student potential.
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Note: Formal teaching qualifications not required at this stage. QTS not mandatory; training provided.*
Desirable (Optional)
- Level 5 teaching qualification
- Leading teaching and learning experience
Benefits
By joining Education Partnership Northeast (EPNE), you gain:
Work-Life Balance
- 35–48 holiday days per year (excl. TTO roles).
- Flexible working/family leave.
- Generous parent/guardian leave entitlements.
Pensions & Health
- Entry into LGPS or Teacher Pensions (based on role).
- Access to myLifestyle benefits platform (retail discounts & more).
Wellbeing Support
- Free (most campuses) parking/gym memberships (Bede campus).
- Adult dental/eye-health cash plans.
- Broad wellbeing support via digital Wellbeing Hub for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
EPNE actively supports diversity and talent. We believe that non-traditional candidates can excel.
We are committed to:
- Disability Confident Employer status
- Armed Forces Covenant affiliation
- Ofsted Outstanding accreditation across all campuses
- Equal opportunities regardless of background
Note: Enhanced DBS checks are required.
Safeguarding Commitment
We adhere to PREVENT guidelines and safeguard children/vulnerable adults.
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