UHI North, West and Hebrides

Company

UHI North, West and Hebrides

UHI North, West and Hebrides is one of ten academic partners and research centres that make up UHI. This unique partnership allows us to deliver further and higher education programmes at our 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye and the Outer Hebrides.

Location

Thurso

Hours

35

Type

Fixed Term

Salary

41,833 – £50,359 per annum, pro rata

Lecturer – Engineering (Maternity Cover)

Job Posted:

2nd March 2026

Applications Close:

16th March 2026

We are seeking a Lecturer – Engineering (Maternity Cover) to be based at our Thurso campus. 

Responsibilities:

The post holders will be responsible The post holders will be responsible to plan and deliver effective learning, teaching, assessment and student support, which results in a high-quality student experience and engaged and successful learners. This is a key role, which involves working as part of a wider team to design and deliver a holistic approach to support for learning.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

We are seeking candidates who hold a qualification at SCQF Level 7–12, normally at a level above that being delivered, in a subject area relevant to the course. Applicants should possess a recognised teaching qualification, preferably a Teaching Qualification in Further Education (TQFE), PGDE, or an equivalent award. A Master’s in Education, or evidence of working towards this qualification, is desirable. Consideration will also be given to candidates who hold a PDA Teaching Practice in Scotland’s Colleges or another relevant professional teaching qualification.

Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate strong subject expertise, a commitment to high-quality learning and teaching, and engagement in ongoing professional development within the Scottish further education sector.

A level of Gaelic ability would be advantageous to your application.

To Apply:

For a full job description and an application form, download the pack at: Staff – Vacancies (uhi.ac.uk) or email [email protected]