Engineering lecturer (0.5 hours)

Salary: 13193 - 25965 Per Annum

About Us

Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales, with a strong reputation for high-quality teaching and learning. The College operates across six campuses in Swansea, supporting over 4,500 full-time and 10,000 part-time learners. With an annual turnover of more than £50 million, Gower College Swansea is a major employer in the region, employing over 1,000 staff.

The College also offers an award-winning staff wellbeing provision, reflecting its commitment to investing in staff and ensuring they feel supported.

Engineering Lecturer

• Part time
• Permanent
• £13,193 - £25,965 per annum
• Tycoch Campus, Swansea

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality theory and practical lessons across core electrical engineering topics (e.g., circuits, installation, testing, inspection, maintenance) in line with the curriculum and awarding-body standards.
• Assess and monitor learner progress, carrying out formative and summative assessments, providing constructive feedback, and supporting learners toward successful completion of their qualifications.
• Maintain a safe and well-organised learning environment, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations, managing equipment safely, and promoting good engineering practice.

About You

• Relevant electrical engineering qualification (e.g., Level 3+ Electrical Installation, HNC/HND, degree, or equivalent industry experience).
• Experience within the engineering or sector, with strong technical competence and up-to-date industry knowledge.
• Strong teaching, communication, and organisational skills, with the ability to engage learners of different abilities and support their progression.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period
• Local Government Pension Scheme (average employer contribution of 21% in 2025)
• Teacher's Pension Scheme (average employer contribution of 28.68% in 2025)
• 2 staff wellbeing days per year
• Discounted study opportunities on College courses
• More benefits: https://www.gcs.ac.uk/recruitment/staff-benefits-wellbeing

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Further information

• This vacancy may close early due to high application numbers. Early applications are recommended.
• The Full-Time Equivalent Salary for this post is £26,386 - £51,931 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience).

Diversity & Inclusion
We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.

Welsh Language
To apply in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh applications as we recognise the importance of delivering bilingual services and expanding our bilingual workforce. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Safeguarding
Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to thorough pre-employment checks, including:

• Enhanced DBS check, including the Children's Barred List (£49.50)
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales, where necessary (£15 - £45 depending on role).