Lecturer In Automotive Engineering

Lecturer In Automotive Engineering

Are you passionate about the future of automotive engineering and keen to inspire the next generation of engineers? Coleg Ceredigion is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Lecturer in Automotive Engineering to join our dynamic team at the Cardigan Campus. The Automotive Engineering provision is based at the Cardigan campus although lecturers may occasionally be required to work at off-site venues, e.g. partner schools, commercial sites and events. As a Lecturer in Automotive Engineering, you will deliver engaging and practical lessons across a range of qualifications, from Level 1 to Level 3, including apprenticeships. You will play a key role in developing learners’ skills and knowledge in a hands-on environment, ensuring they are well-prepared for careers in the rapidly evolving automotive industry.

Coleg Sir Gar is committed to promoting the college’s mission: Inspiring Learners, Fulfilling Potential, Achieving Excellence and places the learner, and teaching and learning at the heart of its ethos. It is a faculty that embraces new technologies to support learning and promotes consistent tracking and monitoring to ensure that every learner fulfills their potential. Progression is also a predominant feature and each programme area is encouraged to provide clear progression routes from Entry Level 3, Level 1 through to Level 3/apprenticeships or employment. This post provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the work of the Curriculum Area on future developments.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to the teaching, assessment and coordination of programmes of study leading to Entry Level 3, Levels 1, 2 and 3 in Automotive Engineering; Contribute to the teaching and development of other PT, schools provision and commercial programmes, e.g. short courses; Undertake an assessor or internal verifier qualification within 3 years of appointment (if unqualified); Assume role of a Learning Area Programme Lead (LAP Leader) where required. Undertake assessment and verification duties; Contribute to the development of new courses and creation of a culture of innovation and commercial activities; Carry out any other duties as directed by the Principal/Chief Executive commensurate with the grade of the post at the initial place of work or other locations within the College.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria:

• Level 3 or equivalent in Automotive Engineering
• Relevant Higher Academic/Vocational qualification in Automotive Engineering
• Teaching qualification (If you are not in possession of a teaching qualification as at the date of employment, you will be required to obtain a PGCE within 2 years of this date)
• GCSE English and Mathematics at minimum Grade C or O Level equivalent
• Documented evidence of appropriate Professional Development
• Relevant industrial experience in the Motor Vehicle Engineering sector
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Ability to work harmoniously with students and colleagues
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Creative flair and innovative practical skills
• Relevant ICT skills
• Good literacy and numeracy skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels both orally and in writing
• Sound understanding of digital literacy
• Excellent punctuality and ability to work flexibly

Desirable Criteria:

• Relevant teaching experience
• An understanding of Hybrid and Electrical cars (training can be provided)
• A good understanding of relevant issues in post 16 education
• A proven track record of high levels of learner attainment
• Awareness of key performance indicators
• Evidence of innovative teaching and learning activities
• Evidence of effective tracking and monitoring of learner performance
• Experience of actively participating in the pastoral care of young people
• A current driving licence
• Willingness to drive a college minibus
• Willingness to contribute to develop extra-curricular activities

Welsh Language Requirements:

• Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 0/1
• Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 0/1

Persons are welcome to apply for posts in Welsh and applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English. For a full job description, please see attached.

Benefits

You will receive 46 days holiday, plus bank holidays and five closure days which totals at 59 days holiday per year. You also receive an additional 4 days after 5 years service. Extremely generous pension scheme with employer contributions of 20%. Award-winning professional learning and development programme. Cycle to work scheme. Free on-site car parking. Online and instore retail discounts.

About Coleg Sir Gar and Coleg Ceredigion

Coleg Sir Gar was created in 1985 and became a corporate institution in 1993. In 2013 it became Coleg Sir Gar Ltd, a company within the University of Wales: Trinity Saint David Group, and part of a regional Dual Sector University. The College has an annual turnover of over £35m and employs around 800 staff. Coleg Ceredigion was created in 1985 and became a corporate institution in 1993. The college merged with the University of Wales Trinity Saint David as a subsidiary company in 2014. The college has an annual turnover of £6m and employs around 180 staff.

The College is based in South West Wales and has seven main campuses at Llanelli (Graig), Carmarthen (Pibwrlwyd and Jobs Well), Ammanford, Llandeilo (Gelli Aur), Aberystwyth and Cardigan. The College is also home to Carmarthen School of Art which has its origins dating back to 1854. Inspiring Learners Fulfilling Potential Achieving Excellence.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion At Coleg Sir Gar & Coleg Ceredigion, we inspire learners to fulfil potential and achieve excellence. To do this, we need the best employees to continue our culture of respect, unity and professionalism. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and therefore welcome applications from all backgrounds and areas of the community to the college.