Lecturer in English (focus on GCSE & Functional Skills)

TN United Kingdom; Truro; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a committed Lecturer in English to inspire students and deliver high-quality teaching focused on GCSE and Functional Skills. The role involves supporting learners who did not achieve a grade 3 in GCSE English, providing opportunities for further education. Ideal candidates will possess relevant qualifications and a passion for English, contributing to a significant department focus.

Benefits

40 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Teacher pension scheme

Relocation package

Free on-site parking

Various on-site benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent professional qualification required.
• Recognized teaching qualification essential.
• Experience in teaching GCSE and Functional Skills English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in GCSE and Functional Skills English.
• Support resit learners to pass English, enabling future options.
• Foster excellent relationships within the English and Languages team.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Motivation

Education

Degree or equivalent professional qualification

Recognized teaching qualification

Job description

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Lecturer in English (focus on GCSE & Functional Skills), Truro

Client:

Truro and Penwith College

Location:

Truro, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

23.05.2025

Expiry Date:

07.07.2025

Job Description:

Full Time/Fractional/Part Time

Lecturer in English (with focus on GCSE & Functional Skills) (Truro)

Start date: End of August 2025

Interviews will be scheduled as suitable applications are received, so the role may close earlier than the advertised date.

We seek a vibrant and committed lecturer capable of inspiring students and fostering excellent relationships within a successful English and Languages team. The candidate should deliver high-quality teaching, possess a relevant teaching qualification, and be dedicated to providing an outstanding learning experience.

The role involves teaching GCSE and Functional Skills English to students who did not achieve a grade 3 in GCSE English. There may be opportunities to teach other courses such as A Level and IB, but the primary focus is supporting resit learners to pass English, enabling more future options. Currently, over 500 learners, including adults in part-time evening classes, are taught GCSE or Functional Skills English, making this a significant department focus.

Ideal candidates will have the confidence to support and motivate potentially reluctant learners, be team players, and have a genuine enthusiasm for English.

Applicants should hold a degree or equivalent professional qualification and a recognized teaching qualification.

Interviews are likely to be held during the week commencing on or before 9th June 2025.

*Salary is based on a qualified lecturer scale. Non-qualified applicants will be considered but paid on a non-qualified scale.

Benefits include 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays and college closure days, a teacher pension scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking, and various on-site benefits and discounts.

Closing date: 12 noon, Monday, 2 June 2025.

Applications should be submitted via application forms only; CVs are not accepted.

Successful candidates will be notified within four weeks of the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.