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Work Based Tutor - Engineering
at Preston College Other in Other (Published at 27-03-2025)
The Department of ISTEM (Innovation, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) plays a pivotal role in aligning our college with local and regional business needs while actively serving our community. With growth in 16-18 learner numbers and apprenticeships, our team is expanding, enhancing our curriculum delivery staff. The provision of apprenticeship development is an area where we believe new energies, ideas, innovation and subject leadership will have a profound change effect and we are looking for an exceptional candidate to work with us to achieve this. This department is integral to our ongoing success in inspiring, recruiting, and supporting young learners in their achievements across Lancashire. We are now on the lookout for an exceptional individual who can join us in shaping our future successes.
In short, it is our mission is to help make learners THE most Employable they can be.
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking individual to join our dynamic ISTEM School. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 (or above) qualification in a relevant Engineering area and possess recent of historic professional experience in an Engineering role. The ability to teach workshop skills as well as Engineering knowledge units would be advantageous but not essential.
At Preston College we take great pride in supporting all of our learners to achieve the qualifications they need, alongside the development of technical skills and knowledge that employers and universities are looking for.
We are a “Good” College and Ofsted agrees. We are ambitious in seeking excellent outcomes for our learners, communities, employers and staff. Our Board of Governors is committed to a Three Year Plan, which sets out our aspirations from 2023 to 2026.
Job Title: Work Based Tutor – Engineering
Salary: From £30,337 (SCP24) to £40,774 (SCP34) per annum pro rata.
(depending on qualifications and experience).
There will be an opportunity for progression within this pay range.
Hours: 37 hours per week (1.0 FTE)
CLOSING DATE: 30 April 2025
INTERVIEW DATE: 15 May 2025
If you feel that this exciting opportunity is the right fit for you, then we look forward to your application.
The successful candidate for this appointment will be required to apply for appropriate disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring service.
About us:
Our mission to inspire, educate and support our diverse community to reach its potential. This reflects what we aim to do every day. We pride ourselves on our community focus, with a diverse mix of learners and staff, and plan our curriculum and other activities to give everyone the chance to truly achieve what they are capable of. We believe that we are inspirational in what we do, and that the support we offer to both our learners and our staff is second to none.
What we offer:
Preston College have been awarded ‘Gold’ by Investors in People and we have a wide range of benefits for staff. Some of these are outlined below, for a full list visit www.preston.ac.uk/jobs
- Professional Development Opportunities including staff days and supported CPD.
- Opportunities to obtain qualifications essential to your role and support to achieve them.
- Opportunities for career and pay progression, including annual cost of living increases.
- Generous Annual Leave entitlement.
- Local Government Pension Scheme / Teacher’s Pension Scheme.
- Family friendly college policies including special leave, career break, job share and flexible working (role dependent).
- Free car parking.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to health and fitness suite, hair and beauty treatments and PNE children’s holiday club all based at Preston College.
