Variable Hours Lecturer in Carpentry
Role Information:
* Reference: REQ001306
* Location: Stroud Campus
* FTE Salary: Up to £34,416.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)
* Hourly Rate: Up to £35.51 (inclusive of holiday and preparation allowance)
* Contract Type: 0 hour contract, fixed term until 31st August 2026
* Working Hours: Part time, 2 evenings a week
SGS is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
Financial Rewards and Benefits
* Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners’ lives
* Competitive Pension Scheme – Academic roles benefit significantly by their access to the teachers’ pension scheme (TPS), with a generous employer contributions of over 23%
* Generous annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays – 39 days academic plus additional college agreed inset development days and 6 self‑elected development days (Full‑Time Equivalent).
* Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
* Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
* Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
* Access to ‘My Lifestyle’ discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
* Free Annual Eye test
* All staff members can buy a TOTUM card (formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union
* Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
* Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
* Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
* Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee
College Overview
South Gloucestershire & Stroud College has an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work‑based programmes in a range of subjects – from business to sport, construction to media, GCSE’s and A Levels to Honours Degree level programmes.
Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals. We are proud of SGS and committed to making the College the best it can be. We are currently working hard to achieve “Outstanding” status after being classified as “Good” in our last inspection. For more information, please visit https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/.
Role Summary
You will plan and deliver engaging sessions to Adult learners focused on the skills required for employment in site Carpentry. This role would suit someone with experience in site carpentry. A teaching qualification is desirable, though support will be provided for the right candidate to achieve one.
Topics Included
* Carry out first fix flooring and roofing
* Carry out first fix frames, partitions and stairs
* Carry out second fixing operations
* Carry out carpentry maintenance
* Set up and operate a circular saw
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver high‑quality teaching in site carpentry skills.
* Monitor learner progress, support achievement, and encourage progression into further training or employment.
* Keep up to date with developments in the construction industry.
* Ensure adherence to SGS’s Quality Management systems, safeguarding responsibilities, and health and safety practices.
Beneficial Skills & Qualifications
* Industry experience in site carpentry.
* A teaching or assessor qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
* Excellent communication skills and a learner‑focused attitude.
* Passionate about the future of the construction industry.
How to Apply
Please apply online by: Monday 20th October 2025.
Expected Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For any queries please contact hrservicedesk@sgscol.ac.uk.
Safeguarding and Checks
SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and any offer of employment will be subject to a number of conditions including a requirement for providing satisfactory references. In line with KCSIE and having regard to all relevant guidance, a range of checks and online searches will also be conducted for successful candidates, and a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure will need to be obtained as a requirement of the job.
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