Lecturer & Programme Leader – Carpentry & Joinery
Location: Sunderland College – HICSA
Contract: Temporary
Duration: Until 18th December 2026
Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Pay: £22 - £42 per hour including holiday pay
Employer: The Supply Register (on behalf of EPNE)

The Supply Register is currently recruiting a Lecturer & Programme Leader – Carpentry & Joinery to support EPNE on a temporary basis until 18th December 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Carpentry & Joinery lecturer or industry professional to deliver high-quality construction programmes within a Further Education environment.

The Role

As a Lecturer & Programme Leader – Carpentry & Joinery, you will deliver engaging and practical teaching across Carpentry & Joinery programmes. You will support learners to develop their technical knowledge, workshop skills, and industry understanding, helping them achieve their qualifications and progress within the construction sector.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering and assessing Carpentry & Joinery programmes at Levels 1 and 2
• Planning and preparing high-quality learning materials and practical workshop activities
• Supporting and monitoring learner progress and achievement
• Providing academic guidance and pastoral support to learners
• Maintaining accurate records of attendance, progress, and assessment
• Contributing to curriculum development and quality improvement activities
• Promoting safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion at all times
• Maintaining safe working practices and adhering to health and safety requirements within workshop environments

What We''re Looking For

• Level 3 qualification in Carpentry & Joinery or a related construction discipline
• Previous experience teaching Carpentry & Joinery within Further Education or significant industry experience
• Level 5 teaching qualification (or equivalent)
• Level 2 English and Maths (essential and candidates must be able to provide evidence of qualifications)
• Assessor qualification desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage and inspire learners of varying abilities
• Good organisational and administrative skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (essential)

Programmes Delivered

• Level 1 Carpentry & Joinery – City & Guilds
• Level 2 Carpentry & Joinery – City & Guilds

Safeguarding Statement

The Supply Register and EPNE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.

Apply Now

Apply now via The Supply Register to register your interest in this Lecturer & Programme Leader – Carpentry & Joinery opportunity at Sunderland College – HICSA.