A-Level English Lecturer — Part-Time Maternity Cover

Sandwell College; The Cronehills; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salaries

35-50 days annual leave

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Central St Michael’s Sixth Form College invites applications for a Lecturer in English to cover maternity leave. The role focuses on teaching A-Level English Language (AQA) and English Language & Literature (OCR) at Central St Michael’s Sixth Form College, a part-time fixed-term post that supports student progression to higher education or work.

The ideal candidate holds a degree and teaching qualification, with experience in delivering A‑Level English and using ILT to enhance learning.

Qualifications

• A degree and/or appropriate professional qualification relevant to the department.
• Certificate in Education or Level 5 teaching qualification would be an advantage.
• Experience of excellent teaching and learning practice, and of delivering relevant qualifications.
• Experience of preparing and evaluating appropriate learning materials.
• Knowledge of key skills/functional skills, and experience of internal verification/moderation.
• The ability to inspire and motivate students, teaching using diverse methods and adapting to the needs of particular student groups.
• The ability to present information to learners and colleagues using ILT.
• Good organisational and administrative skills, and the ability to work under pressure.
• A team player who is willing to implement strategic policy and take an active part in new developments.
• A genuine understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Opportunities in practice, with sensitivity to students, staff and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, academically rigorous teaching on A-Level English Language (AQA), covering language analysis, diversity and change, children’s language development, language discourses, and the relationship between language, identity and society.
• Deliver A-Level English Language & Literature (OCR) through an integrated approach to poetry, drama, prose fiction, non-fiction and spoken discourse.
• Support students with independent language investigations, original writing with analytical commentaries, and coursework and non-exam assessment components.
• Prepare students for A-Level assessment by aligning teaching with awarding body specifications and assessment objectives, and developing extended writing, accurate terminology, critical evaluation and examination technique.
• Adapt your teaching to students’ prior attainment and needs, stretching and challenging high achievers while providing support and intervention for those who need it.
• Maintain stability and continuity over the maternity cover by working with existing schemes of work, assessment schedules and student progress information.
• Take responsibility for courses and course tutorship (which may include personal tutoring), and share responsibility within course teams for the quality of course delivery.
• Use ILT to develop learning materials and multimedia resources, and contribute to curriculum development and planning.
• Maintain accurate academic and administrative records, communicate effectively with management, staff and students, and undertake in-service training when required.

Education

Bachelor's degree / teaching qualification

Certificate in Education or Level 5 teaching qualification

Tools

ILT

Job description

Central St Michael’s Sixth Form College invites applications for a Lecturer in English to cover maternity leave. The role focuses on teaching A-Level English Language (AQA) and English Language & Literature (OCR) at Central St Michael’s Sixth Form College, a part-time fixed-term post that supports student progression to higher education or work.

The ideal candidate holds a degree and teaching qualification, with experience in delivering A‑Level English and using ILT to enhance learning.