Job Description

The Role:

Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is seeking a committed and forward-thinking Programme Leader in Engineering at Energy HQ to deliver high-quality education to Degree Apprentices. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of engineering education at one of the UK's leading technical colleges.



We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with a background in electrical and electronic engineering, although we welcome applicants from across the broader STEM disciplines - including general engineering, science, and mathematics.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

Leading the design, development, and delivery of innovative, inclusive curriculum for Degree Apprentices. Coordinating day-to-day operations of engineering programmes, ensuring high standards of teaching and learning. Monitoring and improving key quality metrics such as attendance, retention, and student success. Supporting recruitment, interviews, open days, and curriculum events.

Why Join Us?

At B&FC, you'll join a supportive, innovative community that values education and industry collaboration. You'll have the chance to shape the next generation of engineers while advancing your own career in a purpose-driven and professional environment.

Interested? Apply Early!

If you're excited by this opportunity to lead in engineering education, submit your application today. Early applications are advised, as we may close the vacancy once sufficient interest has been received.

Rewards and Benefits

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


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



B&FC is committed to the promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all resourcing practices. Please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk should a specific adjustment be required to support in the application and selection process


B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here


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Job Type

Permanent

Curriculum / Service Area

Engineering

Campus / Location

Energy HQ

Hours per week

37

Part-Year?

No

Post scale

Programme Leader

Post Scale Range (FTE)

Up to 45,962 including scarcity

Closing Date

31/08/2025