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Technical Lecturers - Corby, Wellingborough, Bedford or Dunstable Construction & Building Services Trades Salary:  £33,048 – £38,169 per annum Plus:  Market Supplement up to  £10,000  per annum Pension:  Teachers’ Pension Scheme (28.68% employer contribution) Holiday:  53 days per year (including public holidays) Built it. Fixed it. Installed it.  Teach it. If you’re a  Plumber, Electrician, or Carpenter  — or work in a related construction trade — this is your opportunity to move into education without giving up your income. The Bedford College Group is recruiting  experienced tradespeople  to train the next generation of skilled workers. No teaching experience required. If you can do the job, we’ll help you learn how to teach it —  while paying you a full salary . We’re recruiting from the following trades: Plumbing Electrical Installation Carpentry & Joinery Construction Trades (including site-based and finishing trades) If you’ve worked on site and built real skills, we want to hear from you. Why Make the Move? Get qualified as a teacher — on full pay We fund your teaching and assessing qualifications while you work. Stay practical, not corporate This is hands-on teaching grounded in real-world trade experience. Better work–life balance 53 days’ holiday, strong pension, and reliable working patterns. Make your experience count Your knowledge directly shapes skilled, work-ready learners. What You’ll Be Doing Teaching practical workshop and classroom sessions Sharing real trade experience to bring learning to life Developing students’ confidence, skills and employability Working with colleagues and employers to keep training relevant What We’re Looking For Level 3 (or higher) qualification in a construction trade At least  3 years’ recent industry experience Clear communication and a professional approach Willingness to gain teaching qualifications (fully funded) A positive, inclusive attitude aligned to our values Why The Bedford College Group? One of the UK’s largest Further Education college groups Full induction, mentoring and ongoing development Opportunities to progress across multiple campuses A supportive, forward-looking organisation Register Your Interest Ready to turn your trade into a career with long-term impact? Click  Apply  to register your interest and upload your CV. Safeguarding our Students The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

Job Summary An excellent opportunity for the most suitably experienced & skilled candidate to fill a temporary position (Initially a 4 month contract to cover staff absence with potential for the ideal candidate to have this contract extended to a year) with ‘Cressbrook Construction Ltd' (www.cressbrook.biz) undertaking high-end domestic bathroom, kitchen & remodelling projects within the Hope Valley & surrounding areas like Bakewell & Buxton. The ideal candidate should be a experienced joiner or plumber, however they must also be ambitious to learn and eager to develop these skills further with an strong aptitude for practical problem solving within a demanding schedule. You will cover a wide range of home improvement projects including kitchens & bathroom refurbishments, structural alterations & completing the internal fitting out of new extensions & conversion projects. Responsibilities Lead on-site first & second fix Joinery &/or Plumbing on various domestic projects also involving kitchen and bathroom fitting as well as structural alterations. Utilize hand and power tools to complete construction projects efficiently. Collaborate with skilled tradespeople (electrician, plasterer, tiler, etc) to ensure quality workmanship in preparation including plumbing & joinery tasks. Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment. Read and interpret schematics to assist in accurate installations and repairs. Support the team in plastering, carpentry, and masonry tasks as required. Essential: Non smoker/vapour Honest & 100% reliable Friendly, professional & hardworking Genuine interest in Outdoor recreation (preferred but not essential) Functional skills - ICT, Maths & English Job Type: Full-time Benefits:  £33,150.00 per year annual salary + 25 days holiday + bank holidays (Pro-rata) Use of company van Company pension Employee mentoring programme On-site parking Early finish one day a week Application question(s): Sell yourself!...... HONESTLY in no more than 1000 words – tell us about YOU, in your OWN words….your personality, construction skills you posses, experience, qualifications you believe are relevant, why would you make a good addition to the team ? What transferable skills, qualities you’d like to improve on, aspirations, describe at least 2 of your most memorable experiences, hobbies & interests. We’re looking for someone who stands out! Experience: construction: 3 years minimum (required)