Assistant Area Head – Engineering and Electrical Renewables

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • £45,443 - £46713 Plus Introductory Bonus of £5,000 upon successful completion of probation

Assistant Area Head – Engineering and Electrical Renewables

Location: Colchester/Braintree
Salary: £45,443 – £46,713 per annum (including up to £3,000 skills supplement)
Bonus: £5,000 on successful completion of probation
Contract: Full-time, permanent

An established Further Education provider is seeking a passionate and eco-conscious Assistant Area Head – Engineering and Electrical Renewables to inspire and drive the development of high-quality curriculum in Engineering, Manufacturing, Welding and Fabrication, and Renewable Technologies.

This is an exciting leadership role offering reduced teaching hours alongside the opportunity to guide a small team, shape future provision, and deliver innovative courses in areas such as Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV Charging, and Heat Pumps. You will be based in a state-of-the-art Net Zero Centre, designed to equip students with the skills to succeed in a fast-changing sector.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary with up to £3,000 skills supplement

  • £5,000 bonus upon successful completion of probation

  • Leadership responsibility with a reduced teaching timetable

  • Opportunity to influence and develop renewable technologies curriculum

  • Career progression in a forward-thinking FE environment

Essential Requirements

  • Level 3 Electrical/Engineering qualification (NVQ & AM2 or equivalent)

  • GCSE English and Maths at Level 2+ (or equivalent)

  • Teaching qualification at Level 5 (or willingness to complete within 3 years)

  • Assessor/Verifier Awards (or willingness to achieve within 6 months)

  • Strong industry knowledge and/or FE sector experience

  • Proven leadership skills or ambition to step into management

This is your chance to play a leading role in training the next generation of engineers and renewable energy specialists, while supporting the journey to a greener future.

Apply now and make a real difference.

Equally if you would like more information, get in touch with Hannah on 01872 672900 / hannah@tr2rec.com.

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Hannah Richards

Hannah Richards

Director of Further Education