Job Description:
The School of Science Engineering and Automotive technologies delivers a broad, high quality technical curriculum across 16–18, adult, and apprenticeship provision. Our focus is on developing industry ready learners through practical, hands on skills training & innovate theoretical deliver supported by strong employer partnerships and modern theoretical environments. We are committed to delivering provision that is aligned to local and regional skills needs, ensuring learners progress into employment, apprenticeships, or higher-level study. The department operates at pace, with a strong emphasis on standards, safety, and consistency across all teaching and learning environments. We are looking for a proactive and knowledgeable individual who is committed to delivering high quality teaching and learning within Engineering . The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of industry practice and will be able to translate this into engaging, structured learning that develops learners’ technical knowledge, skills, and behaviours. You will be responsible for planning and delivering both theory and practical sessions, ensuring curriculum intent is clear, sequencing supports progression, and assessment drives achievement. You will contribute to a professional, industry aligned learning environment, preparing learners for progression into employment, apprenticeships, or higher level study. Working closely with curriculum leaders and employer partners, you will support the ongoing development of the Engineering mathematics curriculum, ensuring it reflects current industry standards and regional skills priorities. A strong focus on quality, consistency, and learner outcomes is essential, alongside effective communication, organisation, and a commitment to continuous improvement. A positive, professional approach and the ability to inspire learners and support colleagues will be key to success in this role. At Preston College our vision is ‘to transform lives through education’, and we take great pride in supporting all of our students to achieve the qualifications they need, alongside the development of technical skills and knowledge that employers and universities are looking for. We are rated Good by Ofsted and have been recognised as making a ‘strong’ contribution to skills. We are ambitious in seeking excellent outcomes for our students, communities, employers and staff.
