Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery Port Academy Building, Liverpool Part-Time, Permanent (Flexible hours to suit you) £33,000 – £41,108 (Full-time eqivilant, Pro-Rata for hours worked) 50 days holiday 8 bank holidays FTE Teachers’ Pension Scheme Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits Bring Your Trade Skills. We’ll Teach You the Rest. Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, is looking for a skilled carpenter or joiner who wants to pass on their craft to the next generation. This role is perfect for someone who still wants to stay on the tools, but also fancies trying something new, developing others, and building a new part-time career in teaching. You don’t need teaching experience. You don’t need teaching qualifications. If you’ve got real trade expertise and pride in your craft, we’ll support you through a Level 3 teaching qualification, fully funded. ⭐ Why This Role Might Be For You Want a new challenge while still working in industry? Enjoy supporting or mentoring apprentices on site? Looking for stable, flexible part-time work? Interested in shaping future joiners and carpenters? This could be the ideal next step. The Role As a Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery, you’ll help learners build the practical and theoretical skills they need to succeed in the trade. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values creativity, high standards, and industry relevance. We welcome applicants straight from industry who can bring authenticity, real-world experience, and passion. We are not accepting agency applications for this role, if you apply via agency you application will not be accepted Interested candidates are advised to apply early, as the vacancy will close once the right candidate is found. Key Responsibilities Teach and support students across our Carpentry & Joinery programmes (training provided). Deliver practical skills sessions and help students develop confidence in workshop environments. Provide clear feedback and guidance to help learners progress. Support course administration and contribute to curriculum improvements. Maintain a positive and motivating learning environment. Engage in professional development, including working toward your teaching qualification. Essential Criteria Strong Carpentry & Joinery experience, ideally Level 3 qualified or equivalent industry expertise. Up-to-date knowledge of modern industry practices. Ability to communicate clearly, support learners, and inspire others. Maths and English at GCSE Grade C/4 or equivalent (or willingness to work toward this). Desirable (But Not Required) Any experience mentoring apprentices or training others on site. Experience supervising teams or trainees. Knowledge of FE or apprenticeship standards. If you don’t tick every box — please still apply. We’re looking for the right person, not the perfect CV. Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College Why Join Hugh Baird College? When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you: Generous holiday allowance Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays. Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees. Medicash Access to Medicash’s health plans which are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support. Pension Scheme You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us. Professional Development We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth. Industrial Commercial Updates Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College. Reward and Recognition Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values. Lifestyle Fitness Gym You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym. Health and Wellbeing You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme. Travel You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking. Retail Discounts You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers. Blue Light Card You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.