Lecturer Motor Vehicle

Job Description

About Newham College:

Newham College stands as London's leading and most successful institution for vocational education, consistently recognised for excellence. For five consecutive years, the Department for Education has named Newham College the top-performing large Further Education (FE) college in the area.

Job Overview

Newham College is seeking an exceptional Motor Vehicle Lecturer to join our dynamic team. We are looking for passionate individuals who are eager to pass on their expertise to the next generation of professionals in the motor vehicle industry. If you are enthusiastic about shaping the future of motor vehicle education, particularly in the areas of maintenance, repair, and electric/hybrid vehicles, we would love to hear from you!

The Motor Vehicle Lecturer will deliver engaging and high-quality teaching for Maintenance and Repair courses at Levels 1 to 3, accredited by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI). The role involves teaching core motor vehicle skills and introducing electric and hybrid vehicle units as part of the curriculum. You will be part of a forward-thinking team, working within our workshops and classrooms to provide students with practical, industry-relevant learning experiences.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan and deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment for courses in line with college standards.
2. Develop and implement course materials, schemes of learning, and assessments.
3. Support students' progress by offering regular one-on-one sessions and ensuring they meet academic and behavioral expectations.
4. Contribute to the college's quality assurance process and attend course team meetings.
5. Support students with their progression routes, including career guidance and work placements.
6. Maintain up-to-date records and reports on student attendance, assessments, and progress.

Who We Are Looking For

1. A strong background in the motor vehicle industry and teaching experience.
2. A teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, DET, or Cert Ed).
3. A Level 3 qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
4. Knowledge of current industry trends, standards, and electric/hybrid vehicle technologies.
5. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to inspire and support students to succeed.

Equality of opportunity

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College's mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination, and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. All posts in the College are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level.

Recruitment Process

The email account you use to apply will be used for recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

Closing date: Tuesday 4th March 2025

Interview date: To be Confirmed