Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment. We are committed to nurturing talent and creating opportunities for continuous professional growth and development. Job Title: Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering (Maternity Cover - 12 months Fixed Term Contract) An exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of engineers by teaching technical engineering and related subjects across both Further and Higher Education levels! The Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering is a dynamic role involving the delivery of high-quality engineering education, with the integration of essential English and maths skills where appropriate. Essential Qualifications: Possess a Level 6 qualification or higher and/or a relevant professional qualification, or equivalent. English and Mathematics: Hold a minimum Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics (e.g. GCSE Grade 4/C or above, CSE Level 1, O-Level Grade C or above, or Level 2 Adult Literacy/Numeracy, or equivalent). Teaching Qualification: Hold a recognised teaching qualification. Essential Experience: Proven experience within the mechanical or manufacturing engineering sector. Competent in using CAD and/or other relevant design software tools. Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational or mentoring capacity. All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them. We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.