Lecturer and Assessor (Electrical Training)
Manchester (Hybrid)
* Full Time, Permanent
* Some evenings and weekends (daytime: 09:30 - 16:30, evening sessions: 18:30 - 21:30)
Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.
About the Company
Optima Electrical Training Ltd is a leading UK provider of vocational electrical training. We specialise in adult education, upskilling, and professional development across the electrical sector. Our mission is to empower learners with the knowledge, confidence, and hands‑on skills to excel in their electrical careers.
With modern facilities, flexible delivery models, and a commitment to quality teaching and learner success, Optima has become a trusted name in electrical education.
About the Role
We’re looking for a passionate Lecturer and Assessor to join our growing academic team. You’ll deliver engaging, high‑quality teaching and assessment for learners enrolled on electrical installation and related qualifications, helping them gain the skills needed to succeed in the electrical trade.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver dynamic and engaging teaching sessions across a range of electrical training programmes.
* Conduct learner assessments, ensuring fairness and compliance with awarding body standards.
* Develop course materials and lesson plans that meet curriculum and learner needs.
* Monitor learner progress, provide constructive feedback, and support progression.
* Participate in standardisation meetings and quality audits.
* Support learner recruitment, enrolment, and induction activities.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of electrical industry standards and regulations.
* Uphold the company’s safeguarding, equality, and health & safety policies.
The Ideal Candidate
You’re a motivated professional with a passion for electrical education and training, eager to inspire others and maintain the highest standards of teaching and assessment.
You will have:
* Recognised teaching qualification (PTLLS, DTLLS, Cert Ed, PGCE, or equivalent).
* Proven experience in teaching or assessing within electrical training or a related field.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and IT skills.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
* IQ qualification (V1 or equivalent).
* Experience in a private training provider or further education environment.
* Experience delivering hybrid or online teaching.
* Knowledge of apprenticeship standards and funding frameworks.
* 25 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
* Company pension scheme
* Continuous professional development and CPD opportunities
* Business‑related travel expenses reimbursed
* Flexible working arrangements where possible
Be part of a company that genuinely invests in its people and their professional growth!
Other suitable skills and experience include: Electrical Lecturer, Electrical Trainer, Electrical Assessor, Electrical Installation Tutor, Electrical IQA, Electrical Training Specialist, Engineering Lecturer, NVQ Assessor, Vocational Trainer, Technical Skills Instructor.
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