Lecturer in Construction Skills
| Posting date: | 08 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,268.48 to £42,165.94 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 June 2026 |
| Location: | Stockton-On-Tees, County Durham |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Education Training Collective |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REQ0001650 |
Summary
Who we are?
Stockton Riverside College is a dynamic and ambitious college, recently awarded Outstanding by Ofsted, recognised for delivering exceptional standards of education and training. We offer a comprehensive range of academic, vocational and higher education courses for young people, adult learners, and apprentices. Proudly serving our local community, we are dedicated to helping individuals gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to achieve their full potential.
As part of The Education Training Collective (Etc.), a group of colleges and training providers in the Tees Valley; Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training, Innersummit and The Skills Academy- we are driven by a shared vision: ‘ONE Etc. – Fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond. Our dedicated and skilled staff are at the heart of our success, supporting learners and contributing to the wider community. We are seeking candidates who believe in the power of education to transform lives and who share our commitment to excellence, opportunity and achievement.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lecturer in Construction Skills to join our Construction, Professional & Service Industries department, reporting to our Curriculum Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a high-performing and supportive curriculum team committed to delivering outstanding education and training.
As a Lecturer in Construction Skills, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment across a range of construction disciplines, particularly Brickwork, Joinery & Carpentry. You will play a key role in supporting students to develop practical trade skills, theoretical knowledge, and employability skills required for progression into the construction industry.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, organised, and possess strong problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, alongside a willingness to continually learn and develop your professional practice.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience within the construction sector and a strong understanding of industry standards and practices. You will ideally have experience of teaching or training, with the ability to deliver engaging and effective lessons that inspire learners and promote achievement.
We offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work within a supportive and motivated team that is committed to continuous improvement, innovation in teaching and learning, and strong links with industry stakeholders.
Why Join Us?
We are proud that 91% of our staff tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. At Etc. we reward and support our colleagues in many different ways, including remuneration, training and so much more – we’ve listed a few examples of what you can expect when you join our team:
Generous annual leave entitlement (43-50 days per annum, depending on role).
Up to 5 days additional leave at Christmas
Free on-site parking
Pro-Hybrid working employer
Teachers Pension Scheme with 23.68% Employer Contribution
Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Scheme
Career development opportunities for progression
Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme
Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling support for staff, available 24/7 365 days per year)
Staff Discounts Package- Save on your weekly shop with discounts and savings at a number of retailers including groceries, electronics, clothing, homeware and much more
Better Health at Work Scheme – Etc. has achieved the Continuing Excellence
Schedule
Monday-Friday
Flexible lunch breaks
Rather not work the normal 9 - 5? If you have a working pattern that you would prefer, please discuss this with us and we might be able to support.
If you believe you have the necessary skills, commitment and determination to succeed and would relish the opportunity to work with us, then we would LOVE to hear from you.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight Sunday 21st June 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website. Nacro - https://www.nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service/ or email helpline@nacro.org.uk or phone 0300 123 1999 Unlock – http://hub.unlock.org.uk/contact/ phone 01634 247350 text 07824 113848.
We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work, promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability or sexuality. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We are a disability-confident committed employer.
Safeguarding is also priority for the group and we have key policies and systems which help to make the group a safe place for learners and staff. The purpose of these policies is to provide clear guidance regarding Safeguarding responsibilities throughout the group, including the Prevent Duty. To read more, please visit https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/policies/safeguarding/
*note we do not accept CVs or late applications, no agencies please
All applications must be completed via our website https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/join-our-team/
Stockton Riverside College is a dynamic and ambitious college, recently awarded Outstanding by Ofsted, recognised for delivering exceptional standards of education and training. We offer a comprehensive range of academic, vocational and higher education courses for young people, adult learners, and apprentices. Proudly serving our local community, we are dedicated to helping individuals gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to achieve their full potential.
As part of The Education Training Collective (Etc.), a group of colleges and training providers in the Tees Valley; Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training, Innersummit and The Skills Academy- we are driven by a shared vision: ‘ONE Etc. – Fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond. Our dedicated and skilled staff are at the heart of our success, supporting learners and contributing to the wider community. We are seeking candidates who believe in the power of education to transform lives and who share our commitment to excellence, opportunity and achievement.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lecturer in Construction Skills to join our Construction, Professional & Service Industries department, reporting to our Curriculum Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a high-performing and supportive curriculum team committed to delivering outstanding education and training.
As a Lecturer in Construction Skills, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment across a range of construction disciplines, particularly Brickwork, Joinery & Carpentry. You will play a key role in supporting students to develop practical trade skills, theoretical knowledge, and employability skills required for progression into the construction industry.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, organised, and possess strong problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, alongside a willingness to continually learn and develop your professional practice.
The successful candidate will have substantial experience within the construction sector and a strong understanding of industry standards and practices. You will ideally have experience of teaching or training, with the ability to deliver engaging and effective lessons that inspire learners and promote achievement.
We offer the successful candidate the opportunity to work within a supportive and motivated team that is committed to continuous improvement, innovation in teaching and learning, and strong links with industry stakeholders.
Why Join Us?
We are proud that 91% of our staff tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. At Etc. we reward and support our colleagues in many different ways, including remuneration, training and so much more – we’ve listed a few examples of what you can expect when you join our team:
Generous annual leave entitlement (43-50 days per annum, depending on role).
Up to 5 days additional leave at Christmas
Free on-site parking
Pro-Hybrid working employer
Teachers Pension Scheme with 23.68% Employer Contribution
Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Scheme
Career development opportunities for progression
Comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme
Employee Assistance Programme (free counselling support for staff, available 24/7 365 days per year)
Staff Discounts Package- Save on your weekly shop with discounts and savings at a number of retailers including groceries, electronics, clothing, homeware and much more
Better Health at Work Scheme – Etc. has achieved the Continuing Excellence
Schedule
Monday-Friday
Flexible lunch breaks
Rather not work the normal 9 - 5? If you have a working pattern that you would prefer, please discuss this with us and we might be able to support.
If you believe you have the necessary skills, commitment and determination to succeed and would relish the opportunity to work with us, then we would LOVE to hear from you.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight Sunday 21st June 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure by the DBS.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website. Nacro - https://www.nacro.org.uk/criminal-record-support-service/ or email helpline@nacro.org.uk or phone 0300 123 1999 Unlock – http://hub.unlock.org.uk/contact/ phone 01634 247350 text 07824 113848.
We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work, promoting equality of opportunity and access for all, irrespective of age, background, race, gender, religion, ability, disability or sexuality. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We are a disability-confident committed employer.
Safeguarding is also priority for the group and we have key policies and systems which help to make the group a safe place for learners and staff. The purpose of these policies is to provide clear guidance regarding Safeguarding responsibilities throughout the group, including the Prevent Duty. To read more, please visit https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/policies/safeguarding/
*note we do not accept CVs or late applications, no agencies please
All applications must be completed via our website https://www.the-etc.ac.uk/join-our-team/
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.