Trainee STEM Lecturer - Electronics Electrical

Job description

Looking for a career change?

Are you anElectronics Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Test Engineer, Controls Engineer, Commissioning Engineer, Engineering Technician or Military Engineerlooking to use your technical expertise in a rewarding new career?

MKC Training is offering a unique opportunity to become aTrainee STEM Lecturer, with full training and support provided. No previous teaching experience is required.

Based at the prestigiousRoyal School of Military Engineeringin Chatham, you'll join a collaborative team delivering high-quality engineering education in modern workshops and laboratories. During your first year, you'll work alongside experienced lecturers, developing your teaching skills before progressing into your chosen specialist STEM discipline.

The Role

Initially, you'll support the delivery of practical and classroom-based engineering education, helping students develop the technical knowledge and skills required for successful engineering careers.

Your primary focus will be Electrical and Electronic Engineering, with opportunities to broaden your experience across a wide range of STEM subjects, including:

• Electronics
• Electrical Engineering
• Engineering Principles
• Engineering Mathematics
• Engineering Science
• Computing
• Mechanical Engineering
• Project Management
• Contract Management
• Health & Safety

You'll support the delivery of engineering principles and laboratory sessions up to Foundation Degree level, whilst also contributing to vocational engineering programmes for electricians, refrigeration engineers, mechanical fitters and other engineering trades.

Working with small class sizes, excellent facilities and highly motivated learners, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference while continuing your own professional development.

About You

We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in areas such as:

• Electronics
• Electrical Engineering
• Control Systems
• Automation
• PLCs
• Test & Inspection
• Instrumentation
• Manufacturing
• Defence
• Aerospace
• Rail
• Utilities
• Industrial Engineering

Essential

• A minimum Level 5 qualification (HNC/HND, Foundation Degree or equivalent) in Engineering, Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related STEM discipline
• Strong technical knowledge and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for developing others
• Ability to work collaboratively within a professional team
• Knowledge of safe working practices within an engineering environment
• Willingness to complete a fully funded Level 3 or Level 5 Teaching Qualification within two years

Desirable

• Experience within an Electrical or Electronic Engineering environment
• Previous coaching, mentoring or training experience
• Membership of a recognised Engineering Institution
• Teaching qualification
• Knowledge of safeguarding requirements

Why Join MKC Training?

MKC Training is passionate about developing the engineers of tomorrow. Working in partnership with the Royal School of Military Engineering, we deliver industry-leading education and training that equips learners with the skills needed for successful engineering careers.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to transition from industry into education while continuing to develop your own technical and professional skills.

Benefits

• Six weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Fully funded teaching qualification
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Private healthcare
• Mental Health & Wellbeing support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• On-site gym
• Modern engineering workshops and laboratories
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

MKC Training is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are proud Investors in People, hold ISO accreditation, have achieved the Gold Award in the Medway Healthy Workplaces Programme and have received multiple Health & Safety awards.

A full Job Description is available on request. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Armed Forces Covenant:We guarantee interviews to military veterans who meet the essential criteria.

Please note:This vacancy is managed exclusively by our recruitment partner. Direct applications to MKC Training or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Brompton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£35,000 Per Month

Published at

20-06-2026

Profession type

Engineering

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English