Lecturer – Plumbing
Location: Bedford College – Gas & Plumbing Technology Centre – Kempston (Kempston, Bedfordshire)
Salary: £33,048 - £38,169 per annum (DOE, with 45 days annual leave, 14 bank holidays, pension, retail and leisure discounts, and professional development opportunities).
Hours: 37 hours per week (full time) – 52 weeks per year.
Contract: Permanent – Full Time.
Right to Work: UK based contract. Must have Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship not available.
Role Overview
We are currently seeking a Lecturer in Plumbing to join our Construction department at The Bedford College Group. As a Lecturer, you will play an important role in the success of our students through:
* Teaching & Curriculum Delivery – Prepare, deliver, and assess BSE subject specialisms across various qualification levels, ensuring engaging and industry‑relevant learning experiences.
* Student Support & Progress Monitoring – Provide 1:1 mentoring, track student progress, conduct assessments, and maintain accurate records to support achievement and development.
* Curriculum Development & Innovation – Contribute to course planning, resource creation, and curriculum updates, aligning with industry standards and promoting continuous improvement.
* Course Leadership & Administration – Undertake course leadership duties, manage registers, enrolments, and reports, and support team meetings and moderation activities.
* Compliance & College Engagement – Uphold safeguarding, EDI, health & safety standards, participate in college events, and remain flexible to work across sites as needed.
About You
* Qualifications & Industry Experience – Trade Advanced Craft/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent; experience in the construction industry; willingness to achieve Level 2 Literacy/Numeracy and relevant teaching/assessor qualifications.
* Teaching & Curriculum Skills – Proven success teaching BSE in FE settings up to Level 3, strong classroom management, and contribution to curriculum development and innovation.
* Communication & Collaboration – Effective communicator across all formats, build positive relationships, work independently and as part of a team, and contribute to a supportive learning environment.
* Organisation & Professionalism – Highly organised, meet deadlines, complete administrative tasks accurately, and consistently demonstrate high performance and professionalism.
* Safeguarding & Flexibility – Committed to safeguarding and EDI, flexible approach to working hours and locations, and willingness to continuously update skills and knowledge.
Values & Expectations
* Teamwork – Work effectively as part of one team to achieve great outcomes.
* Continuous Improvement – Challenge ourselves to do better by trying new ideas, sharing knowledge, and learning from others.
* Student‑Centred – Put students at the heart of all decisions to create positive experiences.
* Inclusive – Celebrate differences and diversity.
* Open and Caring – Support the wellbeing of staff, students, and community.
* Nurturing Education Excellence – Deliver challenging programmes that help students achieve ambitions.
Safeguarding & Vetting
The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process, which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; please see the attached policy for details. Candidates barred from working with children must not apply.
How to Apply
Apply by 26 November 2025 23:59. Interviews will be held TBC.
Note: If you do not hold a recognised, qualified teaching qualification, please see attached PGCE CertEd information.
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