Deputy Head of Electrical & Instrumentation Full Time

DEPUTY HEAD OF DEPARTMENT (ELECTRICAL & INSTRUMENTATION) (37.5 Hours)

Salary: £45,000

Our culture is built on innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement, and we are now looking for a motivated and committed Deputy Head of Electrical & Instrumentation to join our Lakes Nuclear Team.

As Deputy Head of Department, you will play a key leadership role in supporting staff and learners across engineering apprenticeship programmes up to Level 3. You will ensure high-quality delivery, effective communication, and compliance with awarding body standards.

You will also:

Lead and motivate identified staff, supporting performance and development.
Oversee training quality, learner progress and curriculum materials.
Support the Head of Training & Education – Nuclear Skills in the development of programmes and resources.
Contribute to self-assessment and quality improvement plans.
Assist with staff timetabling and effective use of resources.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement.
Deputise for the Head of Department when required.

What you must bring:

Minimum of three years’ engineering experience in industry within an Electrical discipline.
Competent in electrical engineering.
Level 3 qualification in Engineering.
Strong numeracy, literacy and IT skills.
Excellent communication, problem-solving and organisational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively, take initiative and maintain high professional standards.

What would be a bonus:

Experience delivering or developing electrical engineering courses.
Understanding of apprenticeship frameworks and funding processes.
Intermediate MS Office skills.
Experience in training needs analysis and programme design.
Assessor or teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards).

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about engineering education who wants to take the next step into leadership.

**If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.**

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU!

Generous annual leave – 28 days plus 8 days bank holidays (3 days of annual leave entitlement will be required for the shutdown period between Christmas and New Year)
Nest pension Scheme.
A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching.
A cycle scheme tech scheme and discounted gym membership.
Fantastic facilities to resource our ability to teach our students.
Free Eye Tests & Flu Jabs

Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Gym membership
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme
Sick pay
* Store discount

Work Location: In person