English Lecturer

South Hampshire Colleges Group; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education organization in Eastleigh is seeking a dedicated English Lecturer to deliver engaging classroom instruction and provide academic support. The role involves teaching, preparing materials, and mentoring students, alongside contributing to a collaborative team environment. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in education, relevant qualifications in English and Maths, and a commitment to professional development. This position offers competitive benefits and a supportive community focused on educational excellence.

Benefits

10 weeks leave per year

Generous employer pension contribution

Regular training and development

Qualifications

• Must be highly motivated with relevant industry experience.
• Ability to effectively use IT tools and communicate with diverse individuals.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach, mark, and provide academic counselling to students.
• Organise and assess student work placements.
• Implement student-centred learning programs.

Skills

Motivated professional

Good knowledge of IT tools

Effective communication

Prioritisation and deadline management

Education

Minimum GCSE grade 4/C in English & Maths

Level 4 qualification in relevant area

Level 5 Teaching qualification

Job description

Care to Join Us?

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and skilled English Lecturer. The information below provides more detail about the role.

Benefits

• 10 weeks leave per year, plus bank holidays
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Regular training and development.

Duties:

• Classroom teaching, tutorial work and associated outreach duties, residential, open and distance learning courses and student placements
• All associated organisational and administrative work, preparation and marking and appropriate student welfare and academic counselling responsibilities;
• Acting as a Personal Tutor to students as required and undertaking all of the associated duties including pastoral care support.
• Making a full contribution to the team approach to learning and teaching.
• Implementing a student-centred negotiated learning programme in accordance with the College's curriculum framework.
• Implementing agreed induction procedures and processes for students.
• Ensuring that students are informed of what is expected of them at every stage of their programme and that an awareness of what the programme involves is a feature of all reviews undertaken with students.
• Ensuring that appropriate assignments, tasks and activities are regularly set and assessed and that feedback is given to students in ways that will allow them to develop and achieve progression.
• Contributing to the organisation of and ensure that there are appropriate work placements.

Skills/Experience:

• Highly motivated professional with a range of industry experience and knowledge
• Good working knowledge of IT tools (ECDL or equivalent level)
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people at all ages and levels
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines within a busy environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths or equivalent.
• Level 4 qualification in the relevant area of expertise (or commitment to achieving this in the required timeframe)
• Level 5 Teaching qualification (or commitment to achieving this in the required timeframe)

Ideal Attributes:

• Adaptable and flexible in approach
• Innovative and creative approach to work
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
• Open minded to the cultures, views and experiences of others and values diversity

About Us

The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond.

We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.