Lecturer in Civil Engineering and Construction Management

Lecturer in Civil Engineering and Construction Management

Engineering, Construction and the Built Environment

£34,140.00 - £42,439.00 per annum including London Weighting Allowance per annum

Full Time, Permanent 

We are seeking ambitious, outstanding candidates to join our teaching staff at United Colleges Group. We are a forward-thinking education provider and our mission is to deliver outstanding, world class education and skills. 

Who we are

UCG provides education to over 11,000 learners a year, including 16–18-year-olds, adults, apprentices, and students with high needs.

With an annual turnover of over £50m, we are one of the top 20 largest college groups in the UK. We offer education and training in almost all vocational areas at a variety of levels for a wide range of learners of all ages and starting points.

UCG attracts students from across London and beyond. Our students come from a diverse range of backgrounds. In the academic year 2022-23, we enrolled more than 3500 full time 16-18 students, 8,000 adult learners and over 450  apprentices across our Group. UCG currently enrol 250+ HE students per year, across 4 campuses onto 12 courses from STEM subjects (Science, Construction, Engineering, and Computing) to Business, Music and Professional Qualifications.

We have around 1,000 dedicated, skilled and enthusiastic staff who always put the needs of our students first and we are now looking for a Lecturer in Civil Engineering to join our cohort of dedicated staff.

Our mission is to provide all our learners with the very best knowledge and to break down any barriers to learning. We pride ourselves on enabling our learners to meet their individual needs and aspirations and we deliver a learning experience that is unique, enjoyable and rewarding.

UCG is one of very few training centres in the London region to have the fully accredited equipment and facilities to train within Engineering, Construction & the Built Environment. We are considered a leading London training provider in these specialisms.  

As a result, students and apprentices from the boroughs and wider community join the College to receive training from highly experienced experts in the sector. We welcome applications from candidates with industry experience who are ready to move into Further Education.

About You

The successful applicant will assist the Curriculum Manager in the effective delivery of Civil Engineering and Construction Management courses from Level 2 to Level 4 HNC, including our T-Level in Design, Surveying and Planning (Civil Engineering).

You will providing academic leadership for students, creating curricula that is engaging, relevant and coherent and in line with local and national priorities. As a Lecturer in Civil Engineering you will develop and maintain up to date skills and knowledge, bringing in industry professionals, where possible, that are relevant to the curriculum and the employability and skills needs of students.

You will support and motivate learners to meet their individual aspirations and goals and will coordinate the tracking of learners’ achievements. In your role you will teach on both full-time and part-time courses, demonstrate high expectations of all learners and implement strategies to attain outstanding student retention, achievement and progression.

You will have sound organisational skills, your ability to work cooperatively and contribute positively and creatively to a team is also essential. 

We welcome candidates with industry experience, and you will have the opportunity to work towards a teaching qualification. The role will require you to work towards a recognised Level 4 teaching qualification (PGCE/CertEd) or be willing to work towards a Level 5 teaching qualification upon appointment. 

How to Apply

If you’re ready to join a Group that has the resources to develop the talents of both students and staff, you can find more information on this role and details on how to apply by visiting our dedicated recruitment microsite.

Please note that we may close the application prior to the listed date should sufficient applicants be received.

The College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.  Successful applicants will be subject to full-vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check.