Lecturer in Automotive Engineering (Further Education)

About the role

University College Birmingham is seeking a passionate Lecturer in Automotive Engineering to join its Further Education Engineering department. You will deliver high‑quality teaching across Level 1‑3 programmes, using industry‑standard workshops and modern diagnostic equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, develop and deliver engaging automotive engineering lessons.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain and utilise workshop facilities and diagnostic tools.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Proven experience teaching automotive or motor‑vehicle engineering in Further Education.
• Relevant qualification in Automotive Engineering, Motor Vehicle Technology or a closely related field.
• Teaching qualification desirable.
• Experience delivering vocational programmes.

Required skills

• Automotive engineering knowledge.
• Motor vehicle technology expertise.
• Operation of modern diagnostic equipment.

What we offer

• Competitive salary £35,608‑£43,482 per annum (AC2).
• 38 days paid annual leave plus 12 bank holidays.
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme with 28.6% employer contribution.
• Subsidised private healthcare, employee assistance programme, and on‑site gym.
• Professional development and qualification sponsorship.
• Heavily‑subsidised on‑site parking and salary‑sacrifice schemes.