Sessional Lecturer – Engineering

Kingston College was graded ‘good’ by Ofsted in 2020. A key part of the College’s provision is delivered by the School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Professional.

The School is broken down into sections, of which Engineering is one and it incorporates many facets of engineering – automotive, aerospace, electrical, electronics, mechanical and maintenance. Its courses range from pre-entry level to Higher National Diploma.  It has a long and successful track record in providing high quality training, working with a large number of employers and training organisations.

Within the role, you will teach to both HE and FE vocational courses related to engineering, predominantly on vocational Level 3/4 programmes in aeronautical engineering. The specific required areas of engineering are Level 3 Aircraft Gas Turbine Engines and Airframe Systems, and Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing Technology up to Level 5; although offering other engineering areas up to Level 5 would be an advantage. You may be asked to contribute also to the HE teaching in vocational engineering.

A key focus is helping the Head of Section ensure that your students meet and exceed their target grades. This role is about providing a high-quality student experience and outstanding outcomes in Engineering. The role encompasses working on teaching schemes, assessment schedules (including coursework) and student monitoring.

So, if you have energy, enthusiasm and passion for the subject and education, then we would love to hear from you!

With a Degree or relevant professional qualifications in an appropriate subject, you will have excellent teaching skills and the ability to support, motivate and empathise with learners including monitoring their progress. Hardworking and flexible, you will have good planning, preparation, organisational and administrative skills and be able to work well under pressure to agreed deadlines.

Closing date for the return of completed applications is Friday 2^nd October 2020

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

The benefits package includes generous annual leave, pension scheme, subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training.

The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students’ success at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.

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