50% Lecturer & 50% Instructor in Carpentry, Joinery and Maintenance Operations - CS11785
| Posting date: | 24 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £23,493 to £37,425 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 July 2025 |
| Location: | Moreton Morrell, Warwick |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Warwick College Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | CS11785 |
Summary
Protection of Children and Young Persons (The Children's Act 1989)
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position, as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/child-protection-procedure-a5e67894d353c2adb6ac53c08ce6e758.pdf
Background to the Post
As one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the UK, with unique colleges across two counties, we aim to deliver learning experiences which lead to the development of wider skill bases and improved destinations for all of our students.
Our recent Ofsted inspection highlights our success and strong focus both on students and on meeting industry needs. We are also one of only five colleges in the UK to be granted Foundation Degree Awarding Powers by the Privy Council – meaning our higher education academic quality and standards are equal to any university.
JOB PURPOSE
To deliver theory elements in carpentry, joinery and Maintenance operations to level 1, level 2 and level 3 full time and apprentices within the construction department.
The post holders will ensure the provision is learner focused, ensures academic excellence, high quality learning and an outstanding student experience which reflects the principles of the personalised curriculum and contributes to the achievement of the College’s strategic and development plans.
POSITION IN THE ORGANISATION
The post holder will be a member of the construction delivery team and will be responsible to the Head of School for Construction.
MAIN TASKS - Lecturer
● Teaching
● Preparation and Assessment
● Administration
● Quality Systems
● Health and Safety
● Safeguarding
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Instructor Technician
● To develop the skills of students within the subject area and provide a high standard of technical support.
● To demonstrating practical skills, methods, techniques.
● Assessing student competence of the practical skill(s) and giving the associated feedback.
● Ensure students can demonstrate skills and behaviours required for the successful
completion of the qualification or course and ensure they provide the knowledge that
underpins the practical instruction.
● Support training in the demonstration or explanation of skills or behaviours required.
● Utilise prepared Scheme of Work to instruct / prepare sessions.
● Complete relevant assessment paperwork, which can include questioning students to check understanding of the practical task/skill/behaviour.
● To maintain resources and prepare and set up physical materials and equipment for
horticultural related activities.
● To carry out any such maintenance on all tools and workshop equipment.
● To order workshop equipment and materials in conjunction with the team.
● To maintain the unit and equipment to current Health & Safety standards.
● To attend team meetings, open events, college tasters and outside events as required.
● To ensure all students are aware of the Health & Safety guidelines in the unit.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS - Lecturer
✓A Level 2 qualification in a Construction discipline or equivalent
✓Teacher Training Qualification or the willingness to undertake the courses required to gain this.
✓ Strong Administrative skills, including IT skills.
✓GCSE grade A-C or equivalent qualification in Maths and English
✓A willingness to undertake continuing professional development.
✓In order to ensure our students are being taught the latest skills there is a requirement for Lecturers to maintain their CPD and update industry specific skills on an annual basis.
ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS - Instructor Technician
✓ Level 2 NVQ or equivalent in Construction studies.
✓ Teacher Training Qualification or the willingness to undertake the courses required to gain this.
✓ Strong Administrative skills, including IT skills.
✓ A willingness to undertake continuing professional development.
✓ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent qualification in Maths and English
✓ Relevant up to date Demonstrable experience in the subject specialism being delivered.
✓ Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
✓ Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
✓ Assessor award A1, or equivalent, or a willingness to complete the award within 6 months of appointment.
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position, as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/child-protection-procedure-a5e67894d353c2adb6ac53c08ce6e758.pdf
Background to the Post
As one of the largest further and higher education colleges in the UK, with unique colleges across two counties, we aim to deliver learning experiences which lead to the development of wider skill bases and improved destinations for all of our students.
Our recent Ofsted inspection highlights our success and strong focus both on students and on meeting industry needs. We are also one of only five colleges in the UK to be granted Foundation Degree Awarding Powers by the Privy Council – meaning our higher education academic quality and standards are equal to any university.
JOB PURPOSE
To deliver theory elements in carpentry, joinery and Maintenance operations to level 1, level 2 and level 3 full time and apprentices within the construction department.
The post holders will ensure the provision is learner focused, ensures academic excellence, high quality learning and an outstanding student experience which reflects the principles of the personalised curriculum and contributes to the achievement of the College’s strategic and development plans.
POSITION IN THE ORGANISATION
The post holder will be a member of the construction delivery team and will be responsible to the Head of School for Construction.
MAIN TASKS - Lecturer
● Teaching
● Preparation and Assessment
● Administration
● Quality Systems
● Health and Safety
● Safeguarding
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Instructor Technician
● To develop the skills of students within the subject area and provide a high standard of technical support.
● To demonstrating practical skills, methods, techniques.
● Assessing student competence of the practical skill(s) and giving the associated feedback.
● Ensure students can demonstrate skills and behaviours required for the successful
completion of the qualification or course and ensure they provide the knowledge that
underpins the practical instruction.
● Support training in the demonstration or explanation of skills or behaviours required.
● Utilise prepared Scheme of Work to instruct / prepare sessions.
● Complete relevant assessment paperwork, which can include questioning students to check understanding of the practical task/skill/behaviour.
● To maintain resources and prepare and set up physical materials and equipment for
horticultural related activities.
● To carry out any such maintenance on all tools and workshop equipment.
● To order workshop equipment and materials in conjunction with the team.
● To maintain the unit and equipment to current Health & Safety standards.
● To attend team meetings, open events, college tasters and outside events as required.
● To ensure all students are aware of the Health & Safety guidelines in the unit.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS - Lecturer
✓A Level 2 qualification in a Construction discipline or equivalent
✓Teacher Training Qualification or the willingness to undertake the courses required to gain this.
✓ Strong Administrative skills, including IT skills.
✓GCSE grade A-C or equivalent qualification in Maths and English
✓A willingness to undertake continuing professional development.
✓In order to ensure our students are being taught the latest skills there is a requirement for Lecturers to maintain their CPD and update industry specific skills on an annual basis.
ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS - Instructor Technician
✓ Level 2 NVQ or equivalent in Construction studies.
✓ Teacher Training Qualification or the willingness to undertake the courses required to gain this.
✓ Strong Administrative skills, including IT skills.
✓ A willingness to undertake continuing professional development.
✓ GCSE grade A-C or equivalent qualification in Maths and English
✓ Relevant up to date Demonstrable experience in the subject specialism being delivered.
✓ Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
✓ Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
✓ Assessor award A1, or equivalent, or a willingness to complete the award within 6 months of appointment.