Lecturer in Engineering: Engineering and Welding
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £44,362.66 to £48,690.72 per year |
| Additional salary information: | From £44,362.66 (unqualified) - £48,690.72 (qualified Level 5 teaching and above). Depending on qualifications and expertise |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | West Herts College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3235W |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the School of Engineering for a full time Engineering Lecturer with experience in Machining, fabrication, and welding.
The successful candidate will teach across a variety of Engineering courses from level 1-3 including automotive. You will be able to deliver engaging and interactive theory sessions that will motivate learners and link to industry, along with delivering practical sessions in a workshop.
You will put Teaching, Learning and Assessment at the forefront of everything you do and aspire to excellence in all areas of work. The successful candidate will value the learner experience and will be a strong role model for our learners.
The ideal candidate will be highly effective at managing time, meeting deadlines and must be confident that they can contribute to and improve our team.
You will need to hold appropriate professional qualifications and have experience in the engineering industry. Experience in delivering in an educations setting is desirable as is holding a teaching qualification however this is not essential as training and the opportunity to achieve a teaching qualification whilst working for the College will be provided. Assessor and/or IQA qualifications would be advantageous.
The closing date for applications is 20th February 2026
You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be encouraged to upskill.
You can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.
If you have any questions or queries, please contact a member of the Human Resources team who will be happy to help. WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for a role, please contact us.
The successful candidate will teach across a variety of Engineering courses from level 1-3 including automotive. You will be able to deliver engaging and interactive theory sessions that will motivate learners and link to industry, along with delivering practical sessions in a workshop.
You will put Teaching, Learning and Assessment at the forefront of everything you do and aspire to excellence in all areas of work. The successful candidate will value the learner experience and will be a strong role model for our learners.
The ideal candidate will be highly effective at managing time, meeting deadlines and must be confident that they can contribute to and improve our team.
You will need to hold appropriate professional qualifications and have experience in the engineering industry. Experience in delivering in an educations setting is desirable as is holding a teaching qualification however this is not essential as training and the opportunity to achieve a teaching qualification whilst working for the College will be provided. Assessor and/or IQA qualifications would be advantageous.
The closing date for applications is 20th February 2026
You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be encouraged to upskill.
You can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.
If you have any questions or queries, please contact a member of the Human Resources team who will be happy to help. WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for a role, please contact us.
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