Lecturer in Engineering - Bodmin
Truro and Penwith College
Cornwall
- Expired
- Salary:
- £33,723 – £42,215 per annum*
- Job type:
- Full Time, Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 26 January 2026
Job overview
We are one of the highest-performing colleges nationally, rated Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ for apprenticeships. Working closely with the Cornwall Manufacturing Group, we help develop the future workforce and up skill existing employees.
Exciting opportunities exist to work with emerging engineering sectors in Cornwall, including Offshore Wind Technology, Lithium Extraction, and the Food & Drink industry.
Our Engineering department is based in the state-of-the-art STEM & Health Skills Centre in Bodmin, featuring a large open workshop, welding facility, CAD studio, Electronics room, Mechatronics lab, and general teaching rooms.
Please note: The Ottery campus is closed on Mondays, so working from home will be the option on that day.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed lecturer with the ability to inspire students and maintain excellent working relationships within a successful team. A willingness to support students pastorally and adapt to a dynamic environment is essential.
Ideal Candidate:
Mechanical and industrial electrical/electronic maintenance background (including hydraulics, pneumatics, PLCs, and robotic systems).
Food & Drink maintenance industry experience desirable.
Level 3 apprenticeship in maintenance operations (or equivalent).
Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
Level 4 HNC or equivalent desirable.
Fractional contract options are available, allowing you to combine lecturing with industry work.
Benefits include: 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays and College closure days, Teachers’ Pension Scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking, staff discounts, and a comprehensive wellbeing programme.
Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 26 January 2026.
Curriculum Vitae are not accepted – application forms only.
Apply online at https://www.truro-penwith.ac.uk/vacancies/lecturer-in-engineering/ or email HR@truro-penwith.ac.uk
Truro and Penwith College is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo a Criminal Record (DBS) check and past employment checks.
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About Truro and Penwith College
Truro and Penwith College is one of the best tertiary colleges in the country for education and training. This further education college offers a diverse range of opportunities in Cornwall and achieved Grade 1 in every key category in a January 2007 Ofsted inspection report. Outstanding learner achievement on work based learning and employer facing provision was recognised through the re-accreditation of the Training Quality Standard in 2011.
The College has two main sites one in Truro and one in Penzance. The facilities and resources are second to none. Building on the best individual traditions of both centres, the merged Truro & Penwith College has a local and national reputation as an institution which is lively, innovative, demands high standards of its learners, but is also caring and supportive of individuals.
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