Teacher – Carpentry

Job title:

Teacher – Carpentry

Company:

East Sussex College Group

Job description

Are you looking to share your skills and experience in Carpentry with the next generation?
Do you want to inspire and support learners as they take their first steps into the construction industry?This exciting role will include:

• Teaching and supporting students on Level 1 and Level 2 City & Guilds Diplomas, including a large apprenticeship programme.
• Delivering both practical and theoretical lessons that align with awarding body requirements.
• Inspiring learners by sharing real-world experiences and challenging them with practical problem-solving.
• Monitoring and assessing student progress, providing feedback, and maintaining accurate records.

If you can demonstrate the following, then we’d love to hear from you:

• A recognised Carpentry qualification and relevant vocational experience.
• Knowledge of the City & Guilds Carpentry curriculum and experience in lesson planning and delivery.
• A passion for teaching and the ability to motivate and engage learners.
• (Desirable) Experience with internal verification, a TAQA qualification, or the ability to teach additional trades such as bricklaying, painting & decorating, or plumbing.
• For many of our teaching roles, we welcome applications from candidates at any stage of their career, including industry professionals with no or limited teaching experience. We offer teacher development and qualifications to support your success in the classroom.

• Closing date: 20th August 2025
• Interview Date: TBC

College location: Based at our Eastbourne Campus.Annual salary: £26,877 – £41,414(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)Hours: Full time, 37 hours/52.14 weeksIn return, we can offer you:A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the ‘Apply’ link below.For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email . Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.OTHER INFORMATION:East Sussex College is a people-centric, values-driven, ambitious and inclusive Further Education College with over 1,300 colleagues and over 5500 students. We offer a broad curriculum including A Levels, T-levels, work based, 14-19, HE and adult programmes with campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes and Newhaven. This is an exciting time to join us as we grow and develop even stronger pathways for our students and communities.

• (ESC PROUD VALUES) POSITIVITY – RESPECT – OPPORTUNITY – UNITY – DIVERSITY

• East Sussex College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Application & Safeguarding process:

• We are committed to ensuring our colleague recruitment process is accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please get in touch with people services who will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptions ( ).

• Applicants should be eligible to work in the UK, work permits from other organisations are not acceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

• Prior to interview all shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete an Application Form (including explanation of any gaps in employment), a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form and we will carry out an online check.

• Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role at a college if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

• If offered a role with us, as part of our pre-employment checks an enhanced DBS, references and evidence of qualifications will be required.

• Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

DEIB commitment (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging):

• We embrace the individuality of every person in our community.

• We continue to cultivate a people-centric culture where everyone in our college can be their authentic selves, welcoming broad perspectives and implementing initiatives to continue ensuring the college is an equitable and inclusive workplace.

• The college is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our local communities, considering positive action and reasonable adjustments to address any under-representation where suitable.

• ESC particularly encourages applications from black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities, males and those who identify as LGBTQIA+ who are currently under represented staff groups.

Recruitment AgenciesWe prefer to hire our people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we require additional support. We will be in touch if we need you.

Expected salary

£26877 – 41414 per year

Location

Eastbourne, East Sussex

Job date

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 02:57:31 GMT

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