Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below. HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering LecturerLocation: West CumbriaSalary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annumContract: Full Time | Permanent Are you a qualified Mechanical Engineer looking to take your career in a new direction? A leading college in West Cumbria is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable individual to join their team as an HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering Lecturer. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone from industry or an academic background to move into teaching-no prior teaching experience is required. Full training and teaching qualifications will be provided to support your transition into education. The Role:You will deliver high-quality teaching to students studying Higher National Certificate (HNC) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes in Mechanical Engineering. Teaching will primarily take place in a classroom environment, supporting learners to develop advanced theoretical knowledge and practical understanding relevant to industry. Key Responsibilities: Deliver engaging and informative lessons across HNC/HND Mechanical Engineering courses Support, assess, and guide students through their academic journey Prepare lesson materials and contribute to curriculum development Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback Requirements: Minimum HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (essential) A Mechanical Engineering degree (desirable) Strong subject knowledge and industry insight Passion for teaching and developing future engineers Willingness to work towards a teaching qualification (fully funded) Benefits: Teachers' Pension Scheme Generous annual leave entitlement Fully funded teaching qualifications Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities Supportive and forward-thinking working environment If you're ready to inspire the next generation of engineers and build a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you. Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited. Because education matters. xehkeey Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.