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We are offering an exciting opportunity for an engineering specialist with industry and classroom experience to join the School of Engineering. The post holder will teach and assess on a range of apprenticeship programmes, providing inspirational teaching and assessment for candidates to achieve a high level of occupational competence against apprenticeship standards within the school. The post holder will work with apprentices to instil the necessary skills, knowledge, behaviours required in their occupation. The post holder will also coach and mentor apprentices towards completion of their EPA, ensuring they are ready for completion.

The successful applicant will have:

  • Level 4/5 Electrical and/or Engineering qualification

  • Relevant Level 5 teaching qualification (or committed to work towards in line with contractual requirements)

  • Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment, or D32 and/or D33 or A1 and/or A2 (as appropriate to Aerospace Engineering)

    An Award in Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice

    or equivalent is desirable.

    Solihull College & University Centre is at the forefront of innovation. With strong links to top employers across a range of industries, the College ensures its courses are tailored to continuously evolving industry needs. The College aims to make significant contributions to the West Midlands economy and beyond by providing high quality vocational education and training for students, employers and the wider community. Serving approximately 11,000 students and over 900 members of staff, the College is proud of its strong reputation within the education sector.

    We are an equal opportunities employer, offering 55 days annual leave and sociable, stable, and consistent working hours; and the ability to develop and progress your career in education.

    The College is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community and welcomes applications from individuals across all sectors. We aim to reflect the diversity of our student population in our staff profile, ensuring that we provide the best possible experience and environment for our learners. Our goal is to continue to develop a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive workplace where all staff can thrive.

    Previous applicants need not apply.

    Please note if you are selected for the next stage in the process, you will be required to attend the College’s premises, unless exceptional circumstances apply.

    Solihull College & University Centre is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all students and expects all staff to engage fully with this commitment.

    Please note: Applicants may be contacted before the closing date, so please complete an application form at your earliest convenience.

    Closing date: Sunday 17 August 2025

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