Lecturer Professional Construction

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a professional construction specialist with industry and classroom experience to join the School of Construction and the Built Environment. The post holder will teach and assess on a range of apprenticeship programmes and T-Levels, providing high levels of teaching and assessment for candidates to achieve a high level of occupational competence against apprenticeship standards. The post holder will work with apprentices and T-Level students to instil the necessary skills, knowledge, behaviours required in their occupation. The post holder will play an active role in leading on T-Level delivery and holding the students as high standards to achieve excellent grades in their external exams.

The post holder will play an active role in ensuring quality assurance is at the core of their practice and support the lead IV in their duties, underpinned by the college’s quality cycle.

The successful applicant will have:

• Level 6 Degree in a Professional Construction area

• Relevant Level 5 teaching qualification (or committed to work towards in line with contractual requirements)

• Level 3 Assessor Award or equivalent

This role is particularly important given the current skills gap in the construction industry, particularly in areas such as sustainable construction and digital construction technologies. We are looking for someone who can bring their industry knowledge and experience to help shape the next generation of construction professionals.

The College is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community and welcomes applications from individuals across all sectors. We aim to reflect the diversity of our student population in our staff profile, ensuring that we provide the best possible experience and environment for our learners. Our goal is to continue to develop a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive workplace where all staff can thrive.

For the next stage in the process, you will be required to attend the College’s premises, unless exceptional circumstances apply.

Solihull College & University Centre is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all students and expects all staff to engage fully with this commitment.