Lecturer in Welding

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.

We are seeking a Lecturer in Welding to join our team. In this role you will, deliver and assess practical Welding programmes, supported by high-quality theoretical teaching, across Levels 1–3 and apprenticeship provision. You will also take on course leadership responsibilities and contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the curriculum within the department.

Job title: Lecturer in Welding

Full time, permanent

About the role:

• Deliver and assess practical and theoretical Welding sessions across Levels 1–3 for full-time students and apprentices.
• Plan and deliver engaging learning activities tailored to individual learner needs, maintaining accurate attendance records and high standards of behaviour.
• Set, mark, and accurately record coursework and assessments in line with awarding body requirements.
• Support students’ academic progress and wellbeing, providing guidance and contributing to reports, reviews, and referrals to specialist services where appropriate.
• Maintain high expectations of learner performance, commitment, and conduct, taking appropriate action to uphold standards.
• Contribute to programme teams, committees, and curriculum development, supporting the continuous improvement of course quality.
• Actively promote programmes through open evenings, careers events, school visits, and other marketing activities.
• Continuously develop and update your professional knowledge and expertise within the Welding discipline.

Essential Experience:

• Industrial experience within the welding sector.

Essential Qualifications:

• Level 3 or above professional Welding/Fabrication qualification.
• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above.

Why join us?

At Colchester Institute, we value our staff and invest in their growth. Joining us means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in education and training. If you are passionate about making a difference and inspiring the next generation, we would love to hear from you.

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.