Location: Middlesbrough College Main Campus, TS2 1AD

Department: TTE Study Programmes

Salary: £29,565 - £43,562 per annum (subject to a progression criteria)*

Reporting to: Curriculum Team Leader in Engineering

Annual Leave: 45 days per annum plus bank holidays

Contractual hours: 37 hours per week

Teaching hours: 864 hours per annum

Basis: Full time, Permanent

Pension: Teachers Pension Scheme

Join Our Team

We are seeking an innovative and dedicated Lecturer in Instrumentation and Control to join our vibrant TTE Engineering department. You will deliver high-quality teaching, engage in cutting-edge research, and contribute to curriculum development in the field of instrumentation, control systems, and automation. With a focus on preparing the next generation of engineers, you will bring both academic excellence and industry experience to inspire students and drive forward our reputation for excellence in teaching and research.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Lecturer in Instrumentation and Control, you will:

• Deliver and manage high-quality, inclusive teaching, learning, and assessment in Instrumentation and Control systems within the Engineering sector.
• Provide both hands-on and theoretical instruction in specialised areas, such as Instrumentation and Control systems.
• Support students in their academic and personal development, enabling them to reach their full potential.
• Design and deliver lesson plans that bridge classroom learning with real-world applications.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance the student learning experience and address the diverse needs of all learners.
• Contribute to student recruitment, retention, achievement, and progression by offering tailored guidance and support.

What We’re Looking For:

We seek candidates who:

• Are a qualified Teacher or are willing to work towards achieving this qualification**
• Are a qualified Assessor or are willing to work towards achieving this qualification.
• Hold a minimum Level 5 qualification in Instrumentation Engineering.
• Have GCSEs at Grade C / Level 4 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent qualifications.
• Possess relevant industrial experience in the field of Instrumentation - Essential
• Have current knowledge and/or experience of teaching in one or more fields of Instrumentation Engineering - Desirable

What’s in it for you?

The college offers an excellent benefits package which includes:

• Substantial annual leave entitlement plus holiday purchase scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing; free gym membership, 24/7 counselling for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies: flexible hours and a supportive work environment
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): confidential support including counselling, legal and financial advice.
• Professional development: extensive training, mentoring, and career progression opportunities
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training, and paid volunteering days
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at our onsite salon.
• College benefit scheme – College Extras:
• Up to 15% cashback at top retailers & restaurants
• Discounted gift cards for big brands
• Home & tech upgrades via salary sacrifice
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted onsite car parking.

Are you ready to make your mark? 

If you’re looking to join a team that cares about their staff wellbeing, values their personal development and works with them to have a positive impact on student experience, come to Middlesbrough College!

About Middlesbrough College 

Middlesbrough College is a leading provider of education and training in the North East, offering A-levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships, and degree-level qualifications. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to staff development, we’re proud to create opportunities for learners and colleagues alike, fostering an environment where everyone can grow, thrive, and make a real difference.

Our Vision, Mission and Values 

Across our campus and community, Middlesbrough College is driven by a clear vision, mission, and values that not only shape what we do for students—but also make us a great place to work, grow, and thrive. Find out more here.

Safeguarding Our Students 

Middlesbrough College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All staff are expected to share this commitment. If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All posts at Middlesbrough College involve regulated activity and are therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

Right to Work 

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship may be available for this role if you meet the Home Office eligibility criteria under the Skilled Worker route. If you require sponsorship to work in the UK, please indicate your current visa status in your application.

Recruitment Process 

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Equality & Diversity 

Middlesbrough College is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make recruitment decisions based on skills and experience. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively support applicants with disabilities.

*The Lecturer Salary Scale is from Pt 5 – Pt 16. The salary progression criteria beyond point 11 of the Lecturer scale will be based on you achieving and maintaining, on an annual basis, the Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS) or QTS.  To progress beyond point 14 of the Lecturer salary scale, you will be expected to achieve and maintain the Advanced Teacher Status (ATS).  

**(subject to meeting enrolment criteria for the teaching qualification – see Job description for further details).

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