Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering

Job Summary

Exceeding expectations through education, innovation and inspiration…

Role Title: Lecturer in Agricultural Engineering

Location: Llysfasi

Contract Type: Part Time (0.4 FTE 14.8 hours per week), Permanent

Pro Rata Salary: M1 £13,483.40 - UP3 £20,772.80 (Upper pay range points UP2 and UP3 are subject to evidence of previous progression to Upper Pay Spine)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in Engineering to join us at our Llysfasi site. Supported by a £10m investment, Llysfasi is transforming into a state-of-the-art hub for agricultural sustainability and technical innovation.

In this role, you will primarily teach Level 2 and Level 3 learners, delivering engaging lessons, preparing practical materials, and assessing coursework to equip students with the skills they need for their future engineering careers. While the core focus is on Levels 2 and 3, experience teaching up to HND level is a welcome bonus—though not essential.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Deliver Learning: Teach engaging, hands-on engineering topics to Level 2 and Level 3 students.

• Support Student Growth: Provide constructive guidance and help learners achieve their personal goals.

• Course Preparation: Design learning resources, mark assignments, and participate in course planning and reviews.

• Collaborate & Build: Work alongside tutors and industry partners to keep our curriculum current and practical.

Essential Requirements

• Degree in a relevant subject area and/or industry experience

• Teaching Qualification (e.g. Cert Ed, PGCE, C&G 7407) or willing to work towards

• Demonstrate an understanding of current developments within your own specialist area and ways of keeping up to date with such developments

• Knowledge of the broad range of learning needs and how to support these needs within a learning environment

Why Join Coleg Cambria?

• Invested Facilities: Teach in brand-new, cutting-edge facilities driving sustainable technology.

• People-First Ethos: Work in an inclusive environment where staff and students are genuinely valued and supported.

• Professional Growth: Continuous support for your personal development, objective setting, and teaching qualifications

Welsh Language skills are an essential requirement for this role. Candidates are required to have a Welsh Level of C2. However, applicants who are currently within one level of the required standard (C1) are also encouraged to apply on a "need-to-learn" basis, provided they demonstrate a clear commitment to achieving the necessary fluency.

Welsh skills are essential for this specific post. We are seeking candidates who can help us grow our bilingual provision and service.

Coleg Cambria aims to actively promote and embed the Welsh language and culture. We are committed to providing opportunities and support for our colleagues to develop their Welsh language skills in both formal and informal settings. This includes access to tailored Welsh language training plans as well as incentive payments for bilingual delivery and services.

We highly encourage applications in Welsh. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Application forms, explanatory material, information about the interview process and assessment methods and job descriptions all available in Welsh.

Coleg Cambria is a ‘Disability Confident’ Employer.

We are building a college that reflects the vibrant, diverse community we serve. We warmly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups.

Coleg Cambria is committed to safeguarding all learners, and we expect every member of staff to share this commitment.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and is classed as regulated activity. It therefore requires an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check, and applicants must disclose all cautions and convictions, including spent ones. It is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Disclosure will not automatically prevent employment; a risk assessment will be carried out however we may deem some convictions / cautions as unsuitable to work with children.

Depending on the position, successful candidates may also need to register with the Education Workforce Council.

Roles are normally advertised with a salary range. If you are offered a role at the college, relevant experience will be taken into consideration to determine your starting salary.

Please be aware that Coleg Cambria reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Benefits

Excellent Pension Scheme(s)

Generous Annual Leave Entitlement

On site nursery provision at our Deeside site

Discounts on a Range Of College Evening Courses

Access to A Wide Range of E-Learning and Professional Development

Discounted Gym Membership

Excellent Sports and Fitness Facilities

Free Parking on All Sites

Cycle Scheme

Discounted Rates for Hairdressing and Beauty Treatments

Discounted Rates for Restaurants

Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave