Mechanical Engineering Lecturer

Job title: Mechanical Engineering Lecturer

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: 41,997 - 45,079 (Depending on skills and experience)

What you'll be doing:

• Delivering the teaching for the Level 2 and 3 Knowledge and Competence Qualification. (Theory and Practical subjects you will deliver depends on prior experience but could include but not limited to Mechanical Assembly and Maintenance, Hydraulic, Health & Safety, Engineering Principles, Maths and Science and Business Improvement Techniques)
• Utilising technology to develop the theory and practical based lessons which meet the mandated qualifications of Level 2 and 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Standard
• Coaching apprentices to reach their full potential by providing key support, mentoring, challenge and motivation throughout all aspects of their learning journey
• Monitoring and providing developmental feedback to apprentices to assist in the identification of "readiness" for end point assessment
• Taking professional pride in their role and embrace continuous professional development opportunities in support of delivering innovative and impactful teaching, learning and assessment
• Developing apprentices that are innovative thinkers and creative problem solvers, through the design and delivery of learning content as part of a blended learning pedagogy focused on delivering vocational excellence
• Assessing and monitoring learner progress & performance in line with the apprenticeship standards and the occupational expectations of the business. Maintain and record data in accordance with the awarding organisations and auditing bodies

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

• Experience of teaching academic/practical qualifications up to level 3 in Mechanical Engineering
• Recognised industry qualification to enable teaching up to and including Level 3 - time served apprenticeship and mechanical engineering quals level 2 and above (BTEC, HNC or HND)
• Skilled engineering professional with recognisable occupational competence within Mechanical Engineering

Desirable:

• Industrial mechanical maritime experience
• Training & Development qualifications NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Assessor Award qualification and Verifier Award

Benefits:

You'll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You'll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

Engineering Instructor (Mechanical) Team:

As a Mechanical Engineering Lecturer you will be required to deliver across our level 2 and level 3 early careers provision. You will facilitate outstanding teaching, learning and assessment practices that engage and inspire apprentices to fulfil their individual potential and develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours to successfully progress into the business.

This role will provide you with the opportunity to help shape the apprenticeship programme being based in the Naval Base. We invest 90m into our Early Careers and Skills Programmes annually, with over 2,000 Apprentice learners currently in the UK.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.

Closing Date: 13th November 2024.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.