Bank ACL Lecturer in Spanish

Oaklands College; St Albans; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym access

Financial wellbeing support

Cycle to Work

Generous holiday allowance

CPD & training

Staff development days

Mental health support

Employee assistance programme

Peer support

Eye care vouchers

Job summary

Oaklands College in St Albans seeks an ACL Lecturer in Spanish to deliver practical language courses to adult learners, fostering confidence and cultural awareness in a welcoming, inclusive setting.

You will plan, deliver, and adapt lessons, monitor progress, and maintain records, while upholding safeguarding and quality standards in a collaborative team environment. The role emphasizes learner development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4 qualification in Modern Languages or related subject.
• Experience teaching Spanish to adult learners at beginner and/or advanced levels.
• Knowledge of a range of teaching methods suitable for adult learners.
• Recent teaching experience is desirable.
• Teaching qualification such as the Level 3 Award in Education and Training, or willingness to work towards it, is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and engage adult learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Confident in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured Spanish language lessons for adult learners.
• Differentiate learning activities to meet a range of learner abilities and language levels.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes confidence, participation, and achievement.
• Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback and support.
• Prepare teaching resources and lesson materials to support learning outcomes.
• Ensure learners work safely and comply with health and safety requirements.
• Complete and submit all required course documentation, including schemes of learning and learner profiles.
• Maintain accurate learner records and complete registers in line with College requirements.
• Participate in course reviews, lesson observations, quality assurance activities, and standardisation processes.
• Attend departmental meetings (maximum of two per academic year).
• Follow College policies and procedures, particularly relating to safeguarding, equality and diversity, health and safety, quality assurance, and College values.
• Complete all mandatory training and comply with internal quality processes.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivate learners

Diversity & inclusion

Independent work

Collaborative work

Organisational skills

Record keeping

Digital teaching tools

Safeguarding

Education

Level 4 qualification in Modern Languages

Teaching qualification: Level 3 Award in Education and Training

Experience teaching Spanish to adult learners

Job description

Ready to inspire adult learners through language and culture?

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Oaklands College for a passionate and engaging ACL Lecturer in Spanish to deliver high-quality Spanish language courses to adult learners. This role offers the opportunity to help learners develop practical language skills, cultural awareness, confidence, and communication abilities within a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Whether working with complete beginners or more advanced learners, you will play a key role in making language learning accessible, enjoyable, and rewarding. As these are non-accredited leisure learning courses, the emphasis is on personal development, learner enjoyment, practical language acquisition, and achieving individual learning goals.

Your Day-to-Day Impact

As an ACL Lecturer in Spanish, you will create and deliver engaging, interactive lessons that inspire learners and encourage active participation. You will support individuals with varying levels of experience, adapting your teaching approach to meet different learning needs and helping every learner build confidence and achieve success.

You will be responsible for planning lessons and preparing teaching materials that create meaningful learning experiences. Through regular feedback and guidance, you will monitor learner progress and encourage learners to achieve their personal language goals.

A key aspect of the role is creating a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment where learners feel supported, respected, and motivated to participate. You will promote learner wellbeing, ensure safe learning practices, and uphold the College's standards relating to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

You will also contribute to the quality and effectiveness of the programme by maintaining accurate records, completing required course documentation, participating in quality assurance activities, and attending departmental meetings when required. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will help ensure a positive learning experience for all learners while maintaining compliance with College policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured Spanish language lessons for adult learners.

• Differentiate learning activities to meet a range of learner abilities and language levels.

• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes confidence, participation, and achievement.

• Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback and support.

• Prepare teaching resources and lesson materials to support learning outcomes.

• Ensure learners work safely and comply with health and safety requirements.

• Complete and submit all required course documentation, including schemes of learning and learner profiles.

• Maintain accurate learner records and complete registers in line with College requirements.

• Participate in course reviews, lesson observations, quality assurance activities, and standardisation processes.

• Attend departmental meetings (maximum of two per academic year).

• Follow College policies and procedures, particularly relating to safeguarding, equality and diversity, health and safety, quality assurance, and College values.

• Complete all mandatory training and comply with internal quality processes.

Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4 qualification in Modern Languages or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience teaching Spanish to adult learners at beginner and/or advanced levels.

• Knowledge of a range of teaching methods suitable for adult learners.

• Recent teaching experience is desirable.

• Teaching qualification such as the Level 3 Award in Education and Training, or willingness to work towards it, is desirable.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to motivate and engage adult learners from diverse backgrounds.

• Confident in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a wider team.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Commitment to maintaining accurate records and meeting administrative deadlines.

• Competent IT skills, including the use of online learning resources and digital teaching tools.

• Committed to safeguarding learners and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.

• Dedicated to creating a safe, respectful, and welcoming learning environment for all.

Your Future Starts at Oaklands

At Oaklands, we care about your wellbeing and development. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, happiness, and success, all within a welcoming, inclusive, and values-driven work environment where your contribution truly matters.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Free access to our on-site gym at the St Albans campus (time restrictions may apply)

• Financial wellbeing support, including savings on beauty treatments, Lambing Weekend, our on-site zoo, travel via the UNO Bus Scheme, and more

• Cycle to Work Scheme, promoting active travel and healthy living

• Generous holiday allowance, giving you the time to rest and recharge

• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) with free Adult Community Learning courses and staff training opportunities

• Staff Development Days & Awards, celebrating your achievements and recognising your impact

• Mental Health & Wellbeing Support, including confidential resources and guidance

• Employee Assistance Programme, offering advice and support 24/7

• Mental Health Peer Supporters, for when you just need someone to talk to

• Eye Care Vouchers, supporting your health while working with screens

Oaklands College is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and actively welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Oaklands College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, governors, volunteers, agency workers, contractors, and partners to share this commitment.