Associate Lecturer

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Woodbeck; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Woodbeck seeks an Associate Lecturer to teach adults in a high secure mental health environment. The role requires a Level 5 Teaching Qualification and experience in educational settings. Candidates should possess strong communication and ICT skills, and be able to plan and deliver lessons tailored to diverse needs. This position offers a salary of £31,049 to £37,796 a year with additional payments and is ideal for those who are committed to improving the learning of individuals with mental health challenges.

Benefits

Additional High Secure payment of £7000 per year

In-house occupational health services

Staff counselling services

Qualifications

• Experience working within an educational setting is required.
• Ability to plan and deliver learner-centered lessons.
• Must possess a UK-recognized teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver educational sessions for adults within a secure environment.
• Develop Schemes of Work and lesson plans.
• Liaise with colleagues to adapt resources according to learner needs.

Skills

Teaching experience

Excellent communication skills

Strong ICT skills

Ability to motivate learners

Education

Level 5 Teaching Qualification (DET)

PGCE/QTS or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Associate Lecturer

Closing date 20 January 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Patient Education Team at Rampton Hospital. The role involves teaching adults within a high secure mental health setting. We are seeking a skilled and committed teacher with experience in an educational environment, excellent teaching and learning skills, and the ability to work effectively with adults who have a range of mental health difficulties. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism and treat patients with dignity and respect at all times.

Main duties of the job

• Plan, deliver and review educational sessions under the supervision of a Band 6 Lecturer
• Lead educational sessions and manage a patient learning caseload
• Develop and deliver Schemes of Work and lesson plans
• Embed Functional Skills across all subject areas
• Review learning outcomes, evaluate sessions, and identify next steps for learning
• Communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other disciplines
• Liaise with colleagues to prepare and adapt resources to meet diverse learner needs
• Support accreditation opportunities in line with awarding body and Ofqual requirements
• Maintain accurate written and electronic records using ICT systems
• Escort patients within the hospital environment when required
• Complete mandatory training, including Managing Violence and Aggression

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

Job responsibilities

The post holder must have experience working within an educational setting and hold an appropriate UK-recognised teaching qualification. Experience of working with adults who have mental health difficulties is desirable. The role requires the ability to plan relevant, learner-centred lessons that meet individual needs and to communicate appropriately with this patient group.

The successful candidate will be a strong team player, able to both support colleagues and seek support when needed, and will work closely with other disciplines across the hospital. A level of physical fitness is required due to the need to escort patients within the secure environment. Strong ICT skills are essential, as maintaining accurate electronic records forms a key part of the role.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker/Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Person Specification

Values and Behaviours

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion, Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Physical Requirements

• Ability to successfully complete Management of Violence and Aggression training. This involves learning to control violent incidents through approved physical restraints.
• Ability to participate in the escorting of patients in accordance with policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Level 5 Teaching Qualification (DET) or equivalent, must be recognised in the UK
• PGCE/QTS or equivalent
• Subject Specific Qualification at Level 5 or above (Numeracy/Literacy/ICT)

Training

• Evidence of on-going professional development to maintain appropriate professional competencies.
• Experience of delivering training to other teaching staff.

Experience

• Experience of developing and planning schemes of work/lessons related to relevant subject/s.
• Experience of developing/mentoring other staff
• Experience of working with students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities
• Experience of collaborative working across disciplines in partnership with colleagues to enhance the Learner experience.
• Experience as a SENDCO

Knowledge

• Understanding of Functional Skills in relation to the Lifelong Learning Sector
• Knowledge of teaching strategies to motivate learners with mental health problems and/or learning difficulties
• Relevant flexible approaches to teaching and learning
• Knowledge of teaching strategies associated with dyslexia

Skills

• Ability to assess Literacy/Language /Numeracy and ICT skills
• Ability to develop inclusive learning resources in relation to Diversity and Equal Opportunities.
• Ability to motivate, support, monitor and record progress of learners
• Competent in the use of IT, record keeping, auditing and administrative tasks related to patient education.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team
• Familiar with procedures within a High Secure Mental Health hospital
• Excellent IT Skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft packages including PowerPoint, Publisher and Excel

Contractual Requirements

• To undertake Essential Training and update as required by Trust Policies.
• Complete Personal Appraisal annually.
• Undertake Managerial and Clinical supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a year. Additional High secure payment - £7000 per year.