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Carpentry and Joinery Lecturer
Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: £36,200–£43,200 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 2 November 2026

Think FE is recruiting a Carpentry and Joinery Lecturer for a college in Northamptonshire.

Whether you already teach or are an experienced carpenter ready to pass on your skills, this is an opportunity to help learners develop their practical ability, gain qualifications and prepare for employment.

The role
You’ll deliver practical workshop sessions and classroom teaching in Carpentry and Joinery from Level 1 to Level 3. Your responsibilities will include:

• Planning lessons that connect theory with practical trade skills.
• Assessing students’ work and providing clear, constructive feedback.
• Monitoring attendance and progress, supporting learners to stay on track.
• Maintaining safe working practices in the workshop.
• Helping students build the skills and confidence employers look for.

  
What we’re looking for

• A Level 3 qualification in Carpentry and Joinery.
• Relevant industry experience and sound practical knowledge.
• A teaching qualification, or willingness to work towards one.
• The ability to explain techniques clearly and support learners with different abilities.
• A commitment to workshop safety and student achievement.

  
Next steps
Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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