Lecturer – Machinist

Company: onlyFE
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Location: Basildon
Job Description:

We are seeking an ambitious, experienced, and forward-thinking Machinist/Maintenance Lecturer to join our Engineering Department and lead the development of a high-profile apprenticeship/Study Program curriculum areas.

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience. Our staff are dedicated to providing high-quality education and training that enables learners to achieve their full potential. We are looking for a motivated and suitably qualified individual to join our dynamic Engineering Team and take responsibility for the delivery and development of our Machining/Maintenance provision.

The successful candidate will possess strong industry expertise in Machining/Maintenance, with the ability to engage and inspire learners across a range of Machining/Maintenance processes. You will be experienced in delivering practical and theoretical training aligned to City & Guilds qualifications, as well as teaching relevant BTEC Engineering units (Units 1, 2 and 3) level 2 Lathes, Mills, Bench fitting, for EAL city and guilds Level 3 4515 advanced machining, CNC programming and CAD/CAM for Mazak machines

You will bring energy, enthusiasm and professionalism to the role, supporting apprentices to achieve success through high-quality teaching, assessment and mentoring.

Working closely with learners, you will support apprentices/ full time learners throughout their entire learning journey, from recruitment and induction through to End-Point Assessment (EPA). You will build and maintain strong employer partnerships, ensure an excellent customer experience, and contribute to maintaining our reputation as a provider of choice for apprenticeship training.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment for Apprenticeships and study programmes.
  • Provide underpinning knowledge and practical skills training across Machining/Maintenance disciplines.
  • Conduct assessments and progress reviews.
  • Support apprentices in meeting all qualification and apprenticeship standard requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with employers to monitor progress and maximise learner achievement.
  • Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement activities.
  • Maintain accurate learner records using digital portfolio systems.
  • Support recruitment, enrolment and retention activities.

Essential Requirements

  • Significant and demonstrable industry experience in welding and fabrication.
  • Minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering or welding discipline.
  • Teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
  • Assessor qualification (or willingness to achieve within an agreed timeframe).
  • Experience of using digital portfolio systems and online learning technologies.
  • Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
  • A commitment to delivering an outstanding learner and employer experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on learners, employers and the wider local economy while helping to develop the next generation of skilled welding professionals.

Benefits Offering

  • Holiday – 40 days holiday
  • Plus Bank Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • College closure days
  • Teachers Pension – 28.68% college contribution
  • Continued Professional Development
  • Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only)
  • Free parking (after obtaining a parking permit)
  • Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, access to gyms, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more!
  • Depending on campus

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Posted: July 16th, 2026