Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus
Application Deadline: 5 June 2026
Department: Apprenticeships, Traineeships & Community
Compensation: £33,000 - £41,108 / year
Description
Textile & Resilient Flooring Lecturer
* Location: Port Academy Building, Liverpool
* Employment type: Part‑Time, Permanent (1 day per week plus desk duties with flexibility available)
* Salary: £33,000 – £41,108 FTE (Full‑time equivalent) + potential market supplement (pro rata)
* Holiday: 50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays FTE
* Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme
* Benefits: Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits
At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.
About the Role
Hugh Baird College is looking to appoint a knowledgeable professional to support the delivery of our Textile and Resilient Flooring Apprenticeships. Due to the highly specialist nature of the trade, we welcome applications from qualified lecturers/assessors or experienced flooring installers with strong industry background who would like to train as a teacher/assessor.
If you have the skills, expertise and enthusiasm to pass your knowledge on to apprentices, we would love to hear from you.
Interested candidates are advised to apply early, as the vacancy will close once the right candidate is found.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality teaching, skills training and assessment to Textile and Resilient Flooring apprentices, both on campus and through employer visits.
* Support apprentices in developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to successfully complete their apprenticeship standard.
* Conduct progress reviews with employers, provide constructive feedback, and ensure all documentation, tracking and evidence portfolios are completed to a high standard.
* Use the college’s virtual learning environment to support independent learning.
* Promote high expectations, positive behaviour and a safe learning environment for all apprentices.
* Contribute to curriculum development to ensure our programmes reflect current industry practice and employer needs.
Who We’re Looking For
Industry‑experienced applicants (non‑teaching)
* Significant hands‑on experience in textile or resilient flooring installation.
* A desire to pass your skills on to the next generation.
* A willingness to complete teacher training and assessor qualifications.
Qualified teaching/assessing professionals
* A minimum Level 3 qualification in Textile/Resilient Flooring or equivalent industry experience.
* Assessor qualifications (A1/D32/33 or equivalent) and teaching qualifications (or willingness to work towards them).
* Experience delivering or assessing flooring apprenticeships (desirable).
Across both routes, you will be someone who can motivate, inspire and challenge learners; provides clear, constructive feedback; maintains excellent professional standards; and builds strong relationships with learners, employers and colleagues.
Rewards and Benefits
* Generous holiday allowance – up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.
* Flexible Working – options dependent on business need.
* Medicash – health plans to support you and your family.
* Pension Scheme – access to Teachers' or Local Government Pension schemes.
* Professional Development – formal and informal opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.
* Industrial Commercial Updates – 35 hours per year to visit a commercial operation.
* Reward and Recognition – employee reward scheme and annual staff celebration event.
* Lifestyle Fitness Gym – discounted access to on‑campus gym.
* Health and Wellbeing – yoga, walking, meditation groups, mental health support and Cycle to Work scheme.
* Travel – discounted rail or bus travel, interest‑free season ticket loans, free on‑campus parking.
* Retail Discounts – cashback and discounts at well‑known retailers.
* Blue Light Card – eligibility for exclusive discounts.
When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition.
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