JOB DESCRIPTION

POST TITLE: Multi-Skills Lecturer (Construction)
LOCATION: Newbury, Berkshire
HOURS: 37 hours per week
CONTRACT: Full Time, Permanent
SALARY: £33,656 - £39,034 per annum

JOB PURPOSE:
To deliver high-quality teaching across foundation and introductory construction programmes, equipping learners with a broad range of practical skills and supporting progression into specialist trades.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver engaging teaching across entry-level and foundation construction programmes
• Plan and deliver practical sessions covering:
  • Basic brickwork and masonry
  • Carpentry and joinery
  • Painting, decorating and tiling
  • Property maintenance and repair
  • Measurement, marking out and site preparation
• Support learners in identifying strengths and progression pathways into specific trades
• Assess learner work and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress and achievement
• Create a safe, inclusive and well-managed workshop environment
• Contribute to curriculum development to ensure industry relevance
• Participate in team meetings, CPD and college activities

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential:

• Broad site experience across multiple construction trades
• Level 2 or 3 qualification in a construction trade (e.g. Bricklaying or Carpentry)
• Experience working with entry-level learners or young people
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable:

• Teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed or equivalent)
• Experience delivering in Further Education or Apprenticeships

BENEFITS:

• 40 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Purpose-built Construction Centre with industry-standard equipment
• On-site gym (£20 per year), free flu jabs and Employee Assistance Programme
• Competitive salary with potential market premium
• Teachers' Pension Scheme

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

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Because education matters.

Dovetail and Slate Limited.

Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.