Why Derwentside College?

Derwentside College is one of the top performing colleges in the Country for its student achievement and satisfaction. We are an ambitious organisation and as one of the largest apprenticeship providers in the region, we are leading the way in delivering a diverse range of services to learners and employers.

Since opening its doors in 2015, the College’s Construction Department has been an outstanding success. Growing beyond expectations and training more learners than ever before, the College is proud to be working with some major industry players throughout the region. As a result of this continued expansion, we are now seeking to recruit a talented individual with extensive experience of the construction industry, who has the energy, expertise and drive to match the expectations of our learners.

What you will do:

The person appointed will play an instrumental role in this high-performing team more specifically within the area of Carpentry & Joinery. You will be passionate about construction and knowledgeable in carpentry and joinery techniques. You will be responsible for student learning, curriculum development, pastoral care, and administration. Sharing your skills and knowledge, you will develop and maintain high levels of student retention and attendance. You will also hold or be willing to work towards a relevant teaching or assessing qualification and be capable of delivering excellent training both on and off-the-job.

In this role, you will deliver engaging and practical lessons, develop and update curriculum materials to reflect current industry standards, and provide pastoral care and support to students, fostering a positive learning environment. You will monitor and improve student retention and attendance rates, assess student progress and provide constructive feedback, and collaborate with colleagues to enhance the department's performance. A key responsibility of this role also includes visiting employer premises to deliver training and maintain strong, ongoing contact with partner organisations, ensuring that the curriculum remains aligned with industry needs and that students gain valuable real-world experience.

To be successful in this role, you should have extensive knowledge and experience in construction, a passion for teaching and mentoring students, and a relevant teaching or assessing qualification (or willingness to obtain one). You should be able to deliver high-quality training both in the classroom and on-site, possess strong organisational and administrative skills, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development.

What’s in it for you?

35 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays
Christmas closure days
Automatic entry to the Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexible working - 2pm finish on a Friday
Annual staff celebration day
Continuous professional development
Free on-site parking

This post attracts a recruitment and retention premium with a salary up to £34,619 per annum.

This is a permanent, full time post working 35 hours per week and the starting salary will depend upon an individual’s level of experience. Regional travel will be required as part of the role; therefore use of your own transport, a current valid driving license and business insurance is essential.

The College is positively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, young people and vulnerable adults who attend its education and training provision. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The person appointed will be required to obtain a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

As an equal opportunities employer, the College welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

Closing date for applications - 22/06/2025

This job advert may close as soon as sufficient suitable applications have been received. If interested please apply for this post as soon as possible.

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