Rupert Young
Littlehampton,West Sussex
Summary
Electrotechnical Lecturer collaborating from Special Measures and Sanctioned by awarding body, to one of the foremost regional provisions for 16-19. Electrician with a background spanning commercial, industrial and domestic installations. Started in apprenticeships, advising on NVQ portfolios, electrical inspection and testing, design, installation and compliance. Delivered projects on sites including Gatwick Airport, the Post Office and Ivy Asia, with expertise ranging from DALI lighting systems to EICRs, new installations and business leadership. Electrotechnical Lecturer with a strong background in electrical installations across commercial, industrial, and domestic sectors. Improved student pass rates from 50% to 88% by implementing digital tracking systems and enhancing curriculum materials. Delivered educational content and site visits, fostering a hands-on learning environment.
Overview
3
3
Languages
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lecturer in Electrotechnical Skills
City of Portsmouth College
01.2023 - Current
- Teaching apprentices across City & Guilds Level 2 and 3 programmes
- Provide NVQ portfolio feedback and assessment support
- Introduced digital tracking and feedback systems, re-seqenced and illustrated task books helping improve pass rates from 50% to 88%
- Kick-started technical site visits and produced educational media content
- Completed Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (2025)
- Nominated and won various staff awards including Teaching Innovation, Contribution to COPC, Success Against the Odds (x2).
Qualified Supervisor
LA Sparks
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations
- Designed and installed electrical systems across domestic, commercial and industrial projects
- Maintained NICEIC/NAPIT compliance and certification
- Managed customer relationships, quotations and inspections
- Oversaw health and safety and coordinated with authorities and DNOs
- Www.lasparks.co.uk
UK Maritime
01.2013 - 01.2014
Aruncraft
01.2009 - 01.2013
Combined Operations
01.2005 - 01.2009
Howdens Joinery
01.2004 - 01.2005
The Chichester Chandlery LLP
01.2002 - 01.2004
Training Supervisor
UK Maritime
01.2000 - 01.2002
David Hillyard Yachts Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2000
Mega Kayaks UK Ltd
01.1995 - 01.1996
Education
City & Guilds 2391 - Inspection & Testing
City & Guilds
01-2025
Level 5 Diploma - Education & Training
01-2025
City & Guilds 2365 - Level 2 & 3 Electrical Installations
City & Guilds
City & Guilds 2382 - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
City & Guilds
City & Guilds 2393 - Building Regulations for Electrical Installations
City & Guilds
Level 5 Certificate - Management & Leadership
CMI
Certificate - Team Leading
CMI
Level 3 Certificate - Education & Training
Skills
- Electrical Installation & Design
- Inspection
- Testing
- EICRs
- Teaching
- Apprenticeship Delivery
- NVQ feedback
- Team Leadership
- Health & Safety
- Customer Relations
- First Aid
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- Qualified Defence Instructor
- Teaching methodologies
- Lecture planning
- Classroom management
- Educational content creation
- Assessment design
- Digital feedback systems
- Team leadership
- Academic writing
- Great presentation skills
- MS office proficiency
Custom
Military experience includes maritime force protection, combat linguist duties and instructional training. Strong communication, leadership and mentoring skills developed through education, business ownership and defence service.
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Elementary
A2
French
Elementary
A2
Hobbies and interests
- Film Production: run lighting and grip business for indie DOPs
- Sailing
- Musical Instruments
Timeline
Lecturer in Electrotechnical Skills
City of Portsmouth College
01.2023 - Current
Qualified Supervisor
LA Sparks
01.2014 - 01.2022
UK Maritime
01.2013 - 01.2014
Aruncraft
01.2009 - 01.2013
Combined Operations
01.2005 - 01.2009
Howdens Joinery
01.2004 - 01.2005
The Chichester Chandlery LLP
01.2002 - 01.2004
Training Supervisor
UK Maritime
01.2000 - 01.2002
David Hillyard Yachts Ltd
01.1996 - 01.2000
Mega Kayaks UK Ltd
01.1995 - 01.1996
City & Guilds 2391 - Inspection & Testing
City & Guilds
Level 5 Diploma - Education & Training
City & Guilds 2365 - Level 2 & 3 Electrical Installations
City & Guilds
City & Guilds 2382 - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
City & Guilds
City & Guilds 2393 - Building Regulations for Electrical Installations
City & Guilds
Level 5 Certificate - Management & Leadership
CMI
Certificate - Team Leading
CMI