English Lecturer

Aspire People; Bedford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking an English Lecturer for a well-established further education college in Bedford. The role focuses on delivering engaging English lessons and supporting learners across reading, writing, speaking, and listening, spanning diverse abilities.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in English, have a recognised teaching qualification or be working towards one, and bring practical FE teaching experience. Commitment to inclusive learning and curriculum development is essential.

Qualifications

• Holds a relevant degree or qualification in English.
• Has a recognised teaching qualification, or is working towards one.
• Has experience teaching English within a further education setting (desirable).
• Demonstrates excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Can engage, motivate and inspire learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Is passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering engaging and effective English lessons.
• Teaching learners across a range of abilities and educational backgrounds.
• Supporting students in developing their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
• Preparing learners for English qualifications and examinations.
• Assessing, monitoring and recording student progress.
• Providing additional support and guidance to help learners achieve their targets.
• Creating an inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Contributing to curriculum development and departmental activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Classroom management

Motivation and engagement

Education

Degree in English

Teaching qualification (or working towards)

Job description

Our client, a well-established further education college, is seeking a passionate and dedicated English Lecturer to join its teaching team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic educator who is committed to inspiring learners, developing confidence and helping students achieve their full academic potential.

The Role

As an English Lecturer, you will be responsible for:

• Planning and delivering engaging and effective English lessons.
• Teaching learners across a range of abilities and educational backgrounds.
• Supporting students in developing their reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.
• Preparing learners for English qualifications and examinations.
• Assessing, monitoring and recording student progress.
• Providing additional support and guidance to help learners achieve their targets.
• Creating an inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Contributing to curriculum development and departmental activities.

The Ideal Candidate

Our client is looking for someone who:

• Holds a relevant degree or qualification in English.
• Has a recognised teaching qualification, or is working towards one.
• Has experience teaching English within a further education setting (desirable).
• Demonstrates excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Can engage, motivate and inspire learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Is passionate about delivering high-quality teaching and learning