Lecturer in Electrical Installation
📍 Port Academy Building, Liverpool
🕓 Full-Time, Permanent
💷 up to £45,000 including market supplement DOE
💷 + Up to £6,000 Government Retention Incentive (if eligible)
🌴 50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
💼 Teachers’ Pension Scheme
🎁 Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits
Make the Move From Industry — Teach the Next Generation of Electricians
Ofsted Outstanding College is looking for a skilled electrical professional to join their Building Services team as a Lecturer in Electrical Installation.
This role is perfect for someone ready to step off the tools, gain a better work–life balance, and use their trade expertise to inspire future electricians.
👷 Industry Experience Required — No Teaching Experience Needed
You do not need to have taught before
However, to be considered you must:
* hold a Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Electrical Installation or equivalent, and
* have recent, relevant industry experience.
Without these mandatory trade qualifications, we cannot progress your application.
💷 Government Retention Bonus – Up to £6,000
Electrical Installation teaching is part of the Government’s priority “building and construction” subject area.
This means eligible FE teachers in their first five years of teaching can receive between £2,000 and £6,000, depending on teaching hours and provider criteria.
About the Role
As a Lecturer in Electrical Installation, you will deliver high‑quality teaching across Levels 1–3 which could include:
* 16–18 learners
* Adult students
* Apprentices
Your role will include:
* Planning and delivering engaging lessons
* Assessing and supporting learners to achieve their goals
* Providing constructive feedback
* Supporting curriculum development
* Managing course administration such as enrolment, registration, and attendance
You’ll join a supportive, innovative team committed to shaping the next generation of electricians.
Essential Criteria
* Minimum Level 3 vocational qualification in Electrical Installation
* Teaching qualification (PGCE/CertEd) or equivalent teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one
* Relevant and recent industry experience
* Ability to motivate and inspire learners
* Strong communication and feedback skills
Desirable Criteria
* Experience teaching in FE or workplace settings
* Knowledge of awarding body requirements
* Experience in vocational assessment or quality assurance