Programme Leader - Automotive/Mechanical Engineering

The Role

The Engineering Department is looking for a dedicated Programme Leader in Engineering (Automotive / Mechanical Engineering) to lead and inspire our engineering provision. This is a fantastic opportunity to guide curriculum development, foster academic excellence, and shape the future of Automotive and Mechanical Engineering education at one of the UK’s leading colleges.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

As a Programme Leader in Engineering, you will play a central role in delivering and leading high-quality teaching and curriculum design within Automotive and Mechanical Engineering. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading curriculum design, development, and delivery to ensure an exceptional student learning experience across Automotive and Mechanical Engineering programmes.
• Managing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of engineering courses, including monitoring quality indicators such as attendance, retention, and success.
• Developing learning resources and innovative teaching practices to enhance learning outcomes in both digital and face-to-face environments.
• Engaging in interviews, Open Days, and curriculum events to promote Automotive and Mechanical Engineering programmes.

Contributing to the engineering academic community by staying current in Automotive and Mechanical Engineering and sharing knowledge through research and professional practice.

About The Engineering Team At B&FC

Our Engineering Team is committed to excellence in technical education and innovation, equipping students with the skills and expertise needed for successful careers in Automotive and Mechanical Engineering. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic learning environment that blends theoretical understanding with hands-on practical skills.

Why Join Us?

At B&FC, you will be part of an innovative and supportive academic community, passionate about technical education and student success. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of Automotive and Mechanical Engineering education and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students, all while advancing your own career in a progressive institution.

Interested? Apply Early!

If you are excited about this opportunity to lead the next generation of engineers, submit your application today. We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

How We Support You

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best.

Rewards and Benefits

Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™

• Enhanced leave allowance of 50 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Competitive pension scheme:
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 15.4% employer contribution
• Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
• Agile working opportunities
• Enhanced Family friendly policies
• Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
• Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year

Occupational Health

FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS

FREE eye tests

Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing

FREE healthy breakfast

Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships

Health and beauty salon

Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)

Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates

FREE car parking

Car lease scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks

Our Safeguarding Responsibilities

B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners.

All roles at B&FC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), and employment is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and the right to work in the UK. The amendments to the Act (2013 and 2020) mean that certain convictions and cautions are considered

‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website, and you can check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting the Disclosure Calculator

For further information on DBS, please click here

If you would like a copy of our Safeguarding Policy, please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk.