West Suffolk College
Address: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 3RL
Salary: £29,583 - £41,964 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
Reference: 5222

West Suffolk College is seeking a motivated and experienced Lecturer in Construction to join our dynamic Skills for Employment team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality teaching to adult learners across the region, supporting them to achieve their goals in the field of construction. You’ll play an active role within our adult learning delivery team, promoting excellence in education and maintaining accurate records of student progress using college systems.

You will hold relevant professional qualifications and have strong knowledge and experience in the construction industry, ideally including carpentry to Level 2. A teaching qualification at Level 5 or above is desirable, though not essential, and you must have a strong commitment to supporting and motivating adult learners. Excellent communication, organisational, and IT skills are essential, alongside a flexible, team-oriented approach.

As part of the Eastern Education Group, you may be required to support learning across our wider network of colleges. In return, we offer professional development opportunities, a supportive teaching environment, and the chance to make a real impact in your community.

We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:

membership into Teachers Pension Scheme
generous holiday allowance of 52 days per annum + Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time working)
family friendly policies and flexible working
access to our Employee Assistance Programme
employee wellbeing initiatives
free parking
canteen
company events
access to various memberships and discount schemes
Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
funded subject course development for your role
range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
career progression opportunities.

Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.

Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.

As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.

As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.

This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.

The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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For further information please email our recruitment team on recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk

How to apply

Completed application forms should be made on our website

If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Closing date: 1 pm, 7 July 2026.

We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date; early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.

The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.

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