Lecturer in Driving & Logistics (on-site)

Within the range of £30,000 to £44,000 per annum*

*Starting salary subject to college salary assessment process

35 hours per week (up to 24 teaching hours and 11 preparation and other duties), 52 weeks per year

Please note, part-time hours may be possible for the right candidate.  Please state your preference on the application form.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Suffolk New College as we continue to expand our curriculum and employer engagement offer across multiple campuses. This role sits across both curriculum delivery and business development, supporting the growth of adult short courses, apprenticeships and employer led provision, particularly within driving and logistics training.  This includes supporting the delivery and development of new driver training provision led through the Directorate of Business Development and Major Projects.

Logistics is a significant area of employment across the Eastern region. The College has developed a new range of Level 1 and Level 2 adult short courses and apprenticeships, alongside employer‑responsive driver training provision delivered through Business Development, to support individuals who are out of work, seeking to upskill, or considering a career change. This role plays a key part in ensuring these opportunities are delivered effectively and remain aligned with employer needs.

Logistics and warehousing courses sit within the Directorate of Creative Arts, Enterprise & Digital Industries (CAEDI) for curriculum delivery and learner experience. However, due to the strong employer‑facing and project‑based nature of the provision, the role is line managed through the Directorate of Business Development and Major Projects.

The post holder will work collaboratively across both Directorates, contributing to curriculum delivery, development and quality within CAEDI, while also supporting employer engagement, skills projects and industry‑responsive provision aligned with Business Development priorities. This shared arrangement ensures logistics, warehousing and driver‑related provision remains curriculum‑led, employer‑informed and responsive to regional skills needs, and requires flexibility to work across Directorate structures and College campuses.

The successful candidate will:

• Be confident and professional when engaging with employers and external stakeholders
• Be comfortable working with adult learners, with the ability to build rapport and maintain learner motivation
• Have strong communication and organisational skills
• Be a collaborative team player with an engaging and proactive approach
• Be able to work flexibly across curriculum delivery and business development activity
• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject area, or equivalent industry experience.
• Driver CPC (JAUPT) registration or willingness to obtain
• Assessor Award or commitment to achieving one within a specified timeframe
• Teaching qualification (Level 5) or commitment to achieving one within a specified period

This role is based across Suffolk New College campuses, with delivery primarily at Ipswich and Otley, and will require travel between sites as part of the role.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it is a commitment to providing the best possible environment for learners to thrive, and to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where students, staff and community members can reach their full potential.

For further information about this vacancy please follow this link to our website www.suffolk.ac.uk/jobs

Closing date:              Sunday 7th June 2026 at midnight

Interview date:           Wednesday 17th June 2026

            We reserve the right to close an advertisement early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.

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This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantee to short list all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

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