Lecturer in Carpentry and Joinery
Hours: Full time (37 hours per week, all year round)
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £33,487 (Non-QTS) to £38,487 (QTS) per annum, plus benefits
Location: Rotherham College, Rotherham
Closing date: 15/06/2026
About the Role
Are you a master of your craft ready to trade the site for the classroom? This is a standout opportunity to put down the saw, step off the joists, and step into a role where your legacy isn't just the buildings you ve worked on, but the skilled professionals you ll create.
Whether you are a time-served Joiner looking to give back or an experienced Assessor seeking a fresh challenge, we want your expertise. Our Construction department is evolving into a national Centre of Excellence, and we need passionate, industry-hardened professionals to help us shape a curriculum that is as sharp as your best chisel.
In this role, you will lead the way in delivering outstanding training across Level 1-3 study programmes, adult courses, and apprenticeships. From the precision of the workshop to the theory of the classroom, you will provide the high-class education that turns a novice into a specialist.
Why This Role?
Job Satisfaction: There is nothing quite like the pride of seeing a student master a complex joint or finish a project because of your mentorship.
A New Chapter: Take your years of site knowledge and apply them in a stable, rewarding environment.
Shape the Industry: You ll have a direct hand in developing a modern, creative curriculum that meets the needs of today s construction world.
Responsibilities
* Inspire Success: Use your industry experience to set SMART targets, pushing students to achieve their full potential in both practical and theoretical Joinery.
* Be Creative: Develop innovative learning resources from traditional hand-tool techniques to modern digital methods to keep learners engaged and future-ready.
* Be a Team Player: Work closely with colleagues and management to ensure our department hits its strategic goals and remains a leader in trade education.
Qualifications
* A Level 3 Vocational Qualification in Carpentry & Joinery (or equivalent).
* A teaching qualification and Assessor award (or the willingness to work towards them with our full support).
* Level 2 English and Maths (or a commitment to undertake these).
Department Info
You ll never be working in a silo. Based at our Rotherham campus, you ll be a vital part of a dedicated curriculum team.
You will be supported by a Curriculum Manager and work daily with Curriculum Team Leaders who understand the nuances of construction education. You ll also collaborate with a wide net of professionals including Technicians, Work Placement Officers, and Personal Development Coordinators all dedicated to one thing: the success of our learners.
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