Temporary Lecturer (Bank Staff) - Engineering

Temporary Lecturer (Bank Staff)

Engineering

Technology and Skills

Job Reference: WCSR0001341

Salary £43,402 to £52,247 per annum, pro rata

Part-Time, Temporary

Location: Greenock (operating across Paisley and Clydebank also)

At West College Scotland, we are looking for inspiring Engineering Lecturers, ready to support our students' evolving needs. We’re looking to build a bank of passionate, motivated, and knowledgeable temporary Engineering lecturers in the following disciplines: 

• CAD;
• CNC;
• Pipefitting;
• Electrical Engineering;
• Mechanical Engineering;
• Fabrication and Welding.

Whether you’re an experienced educator or bringing industry expertise, we’re here to support your transition into teaching. This role is about more than lecturing; it’s about inspiring students and providing a positive learning experience through dynamic and engaging instruction.

What we are looking for

As an Engineering Lecturer, you’ll deliver high-quality teaching, assess students’ skills, and provide essential support to help them thrive.

What You’ll Bring

• A SCQF Level 7 level qualification e.g. HNC, or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Engineering practitioner experience.
• Evidence of CPD in your relevant Engineering discipline.
• Creativity, organisation, and a drive to inspire students.
• Confidence in using digital tools and tech-driven teaching approaches.
• A passion for teamwork and a willingness to pursue a professional teaching qualification.

Why Choose West College Scotland?

We are an inclusive place to work

At West College Scotland we are ambitious about Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you've got the right skills and qualifications for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability - visible and non-visible including neurodiversity, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Please visit WCS website to find out more.

Benefits of working with us

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland’s sector leading colleges.  The College offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Generous holiday entitlement – 62 days per annum pro rata
• Membership of the Scottish Public Pensions Agency
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay (subject to eligibility)
• Opportunities for hybrid / home working, where appropriate
• Flexible working opportunities
• Access to a dedicated wellbeing team and a 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme
• Support to enhance your skills through a variety of methods including online learning, coaching and self-directed study

Full details of the skills and qualifications required can be found on the employee specification. To view our Privacy Notice, lease visit WCS website.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Scheme Record through the Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Grou  ps Scheme (PVG). All candidates must be able to prove their Right to Work in the UK Please note West College Scotland does not provide Visa sponsorship.

To view our vacancies and to apply for posts, please click Apply. 

If you require any assistance, please contact the People team via the WCS website. Occasionally correspondence relating to your application may go into your spam/junk email folder.

Closing date for all completed applications is 5th October 2026.

The Board of Management of West College Scotland is a Scottish Charity. Charity Number SCO21185.