Lead Teaching Fellow

New Model Institute for Technology and Engineering (NMITE)

Do you want to help shape the engineers of tomorrow? Can you inspire and support degree-level students to tackle complex, real-world problems with creativity, resilience, and confidence? If so, you could be the next vital addition to NMITE’s team, supporting the delivery of our degree programmes and helping embed hands-on, challenge-led learning across mechanical, electronics, control, energy, civil and construction engineering.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for an enthusiastic Lead Teaching Fellow, to join our team. Whether you are early in your academic-career, or an industry professional eager to step into teaching, this role offers a unique opportunity to work directly with students to support their degree studies through applied projects and workshops. You will help students learn theory through practice in a project-based learning environment, develop their interdisciplinary skills, and enable them to tackle real-world engineering challenges.

Who we are

NMITE is a pioneering UK Higher Education provider based in Hereford, rethinking engineering education through active, project-based learning, interdisciplinarity, and strong industry and community connections. Our curriculum is fully challenge-led: students learn by doing, tackling complex engineering problems across disciplines in collaborative workshops and project spaces, rather than through traditional lectures or exams.

We aim to widen access to higher education, support lifelong learning in technology and engineering, and transform careers. We value curiosity, creativity, and resilience, and we are looking for colleagues who share our passion for innovative, student-focused education.

At NMITE, you will join a team that is collaborative, forward-thinking, and committed to hands-on, applied learning. You will have opportunities to contribute to curriculum development, co-deliver projects, and help shape the next generation of integrated engineers.

You will:

• Collaborate with academic colleagues to design and create practical activities for studio-based learning that will bring a variety of engineering concepts to life.
• Facilitate engaging studio, workshop and practical learning experiences for students enrolled in engineering and technology degree programmes or professional courses.
• Assist module leaders in planning, designing, and enhancing learning materials, practical exercises, and assessment tasks for project-based modules.
• Guide students in problem-solving, project planning, prototyping, and applied engineering tasks, helping them integrate knowledge across disciplines.
• Collaborate with our team of technicians to ensure workshops and project spaces prepared for and optimised for learning, whilst remaining safe and compliant.
• Provide academic support to students, including mentoring, tutorials, and feedback on their work.
• Support assessment processes, including marking and providing feedback.
• Maintain records of student progress, workshop activity, and learning resources, ensuring smooth delivery of projects and compliance with academic standards.
• Support co-curricular activities or student showcases, competitions, and outreach initiatives to enhance engagement, professional skills, and employability.
• Lead and develop the Teaching Fellow and Technician teams, to ensure effective support for learning and teaching activities and deploy finite resources efficiently.
• Line manage the Teaching Fellow and Technician teams, ensuring effective utilisation of skills and appropriate development opportunities.
• Oversee and manage expenditure on consumables, materials, and equipment to ensure effective purchasing decisions and value for money.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Master-level degree in engineering or a related discipline.
• Practical, hands-on experience in engineering in relevant disciplines.
• Teaching, mentoring, or coaching experience in engineering or technology fields, with demonstrable ability to stablish positive learning relationships with students.
• Ability to engage and support students through practical and problem-based learning
• Enthusiasm for student-centred, challenge-led education.

Desirable:

• Professional registration, with an engineering or technology institute (or willingness to pursue within the probationary period).
• Fellowship of Advance HE (or willingness to pursue within the probationary period).
• Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (or willingness to pursue within the first three years).

Key Skills & Behaviours

• Reliable, organised, and committed to high-quality teaching.
• Strong communication skills and an approachable, collaborative manner.
• Practical, creative problem-solving mindset.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing curriculum or student needs.
• Inclusive, supportive, and open-minded in interactions with students and colleagues.

Our Values

• Grit and determination – resilience in everything we do.
• Inclusivity – respecting and valuing every individual and voice.
• Creativity and learning-oriented – testing boundaries and learning openly.
• Honesty – transparent and respectful communication.
• Curiosity – asking questions and embracing scrutiny.
• Alignment – collaborating to advance NMITE’s mission.

Location: Hereford 

Our Offer:

• Competitive salary: (depending on experience) Lead Learning Facilitator: £35,192 - £38,466 per annum.
• Pension scheme & life assurance
• 30 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays & closure days)
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Access to wellbeing and support programmes

How to apply

Please explain why you are a good fit for the role in the form of a covering letter or a video of up to 4 minutes, and a full CV via the 'Apply' button above (E:vacancies@nmite.ac.uk).

Informal questions about the roles can be addressed to Prof. Gary Wood, Academic Director, by email to gary.wood@nmite.ac.uk.

NMITE is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can be ourselves and succeed on merit. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in engineering education. Part time proposals and secondment arrangements may also be considered.

The closing date for completed applications is 30th January 2026.