Expression of Interest: Engineering Roles (Flexible Working)

Expression of Interest: Engineering Roles (Flexible Working)

EOI

Location: Any Campus Post Type: Full Time Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 31 August 2026 Reference: EOI-ENGINEERING

Please note: Submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) is not an application for a specific role . The College will securely store all EOIs and may contact you if a suitable position arises that matches your skills and experience.

Register Interest! About Education Partnership North East (EPNE) At EPNE our ‘purpose’ is our north star. It is what we expect of ourselves every single day and why we ask all staff to keep our purpose front and centre in all that they do.

Our Purpose is to “unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills and training”. Rooted in our transformative power, it communicates our work in tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving the life chances of the people and communities we serve.

We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework “The actions we take the choices we make - The actions I take the choices I make” represent the character of our college group, and are grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. This why we encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability and growth.

Building on our remarkable past, creativity and pioneering spirit, we are moving forward with courage into the future, improving what we do, remaining action-orientated, and innovating to make an exceptional difference for the world we live in. Shaping futures for a better tomorrow, join our changemaking community now.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which EPNE was graded as being Outstanding across all areas - Ofsted-Report-Outstanding Expression of Interest: Teaching Roles in Engineering Trades Role We are excited to announce a range of teaching opportunities across a group of respected colleges, looking for passionate and skilled individuals to join our teams. We are recruiting for a variety of roles in the Engineering Trades department, specifically in the following areas:

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Welding
• Automotive

Whether you have extensive teaching experience or none at all, we encourage you to apply These positions offer the opportunity to share your expertise and knowledge with the next generation of tradespeople. We are open to applications for both casual, part-time, temporary, full-time, and sessional positions. Whether you have teaching experience or are looking to transition into education, we can provide the training and support you need to achieve your teaching qualifications.

Taking Teaching Further & Additional Incentive If you’re making the move into further education teaching, you may be eligible for the Taking Teaching Further (TTF) programme a funded route to help industry professionals retrain as FE teachers.

In addition, for roles in high-need subjects or regions you may also benefit from the government’s targeted retention incentive (formerly “levelling-up premium”) payments, worth up to £6,000 for eligible teachers in their first five years and teaching certain shortage subjects.

Please note eligibility for both TTF and the Targeted Retention Incentive varies by role, subject area and provider, they do not apply to every vacancy.

Find out more about both initiatives through the links below.

• Taking Teaching Further - Taking Teaching Further
• Targeted Retention Incentive - Targeted Retention Incentive

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• Trade Lecturers: Deliver engaging and practical lessons that help students build hands-on skills in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Welding or Automotive, while ensuring they gain the technical knowledge needed to succeed in their careers.
• Programme Leads: Oversee the successful delivery of engineering programmes, managing a team of educators and ensuring the curriculum aligns with industry standards.
• Curriculum Managers: Develop, implement, and manage high-quality curriculum content, ensuring students receive a comprehensive, practical education in their chosen trade.

Desired Qualifications And Experience

• Expertise in one or more of the following trades: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Welding or Automotive.
• Previous experience in the relevant trade industry is essential.
• You don’t need to have formal teaching qualifications at this stage! We are happy to consider applicants without Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and can provide training to help you achieve your teaching qualifications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to engage and motivate students.
• Enthusiasm for teaching and a commitment to helping students achieve their potential.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking and Ofsted Outstanding (Ofsted-Report-Outstanding) academic community committed to excellence in teaching.
• Flexible work options available: casual, part-time, temporary, full-time, or sessional positions.
• Training provided to help you gain your teaching qualifications.

Benefits Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance ranging between 35-48 days per year, plus public holidays - (Excluding Term Time Only contracts)
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 23.68%)
• Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.

If you have experience in any of the listed trades and are passionate about sharing your skills and knowledge with others, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re an experienced educator or new to teaching, we can help you get the qualifications you need to succeed.

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