English Lecturer

Only FE; Morley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave incl. bank and 10

Teacher's Pension

Free parking

Flexible working options

Training and development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leeds College of Building is seeking an experienced English Lecturer to deliver GCSE English Language and Functional Skills to post-16 learners, apprentices and adults. The role is full-time and based in Leeds, with a strong focus on progression and attainment.

You will join a cross-college English team, bring robust subject knowledge, and motivate learners with varied starting points. UK-based role with enhanced safeguarding and inclusion commitments.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering GCSE English and Functional Skills in Further Education.
• Strong GCSE English language knowledge and ability to motivate learners with varying starting points.
• Ability to monitor progress, assess learners and provide targeted support for assessments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver GCSE English Language and Functional Skills lessons to post-16 learners.
• Teach learners including students, apprentices and adults with diverse starting points.
• Use effective teaching strategies to develop reading, writing, speaking and listening skills.

Skills

GCSE English teaching

Functional Skills teaching

Education

Level 3 English or related subject

QTS / PGCE or equivalent

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Job description

English Lecturer

£42,477 - £44,969

A full-time FE English teaching role with real purpose

If you're passionate about helping post-16 learners build confidence, make progress and succeed in English, this is an opportunity to make a real difference at Leeds College of Building. You'll join our cross-college English team, teaching GCSE English Language and Functional Skills English to learners, apprentices and adults.

We're particularly keen to hear from teachers with strong GCSE English and Functional Skills teaching skills who understand the opportunities and challenges of Further Education and can motivate learners with a wide range of starting points.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver engaging, well-planned GCSE English Language and Functional Skills English lessons.

• Teach post-16 learners with a range of starting points, needs and ambitions, including students, apprentices and adult learners.

• Use strong subject knowledge and effective teaching strategies to help learners develop the reading, writing, speaking and listening skills they need to progress.

• Build positive relationships that motivate learners to attend, participate, persevere and achieve.

• Monitor progress and use assessment to identify gaps, provide targeted support and help learners prepare confidently for assessment and examinations.

• Work collaboratively with English and vocational colleagues to remove barriers to learning and improve learner outcomes.

What we're looking for

We're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic FE English teacher who combines strong subject knowledge with patience, energy and the ability to connect with post-16 learners. You'll be confident teaching both GCSE English Language and Functional Skills and committed to helping learners who may not have succeeded in English first time around.

• A Level 3 or above qualification in English or a related subject.

• A recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, Cert Ed or DTLLS, or equivalent.

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent.

• Experience delivering both GCSE English and Functional Skills English in an FE setting.

• The ability to engage and motivate learners of mixed ability and build positive working relationships.

• A proactive, organised and collaborative approach, with a clear focus on learner progress and achievement.

In return, we offer a warm and welcoming college with an excellent benefits package that includes:

• A 35-day annual leave entitlement, plus 8 Bank Holidays and 10 college closure days

• A well-respected pension scheme (Teacher s Pension, with an above average employer contribution)

• Free parking at all our college sites (on a first come first served basis)

• Family friendly policies and opportunities for flexible working

• Superb opportunities for training and development

• Discounted travel on public transport and a Cycle to work scheme

• Discounts and offers at major High Street and Online retailers

• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

So, if you d like to make a difference and be part of a unique organisation that supports one of the largest and most exciting employment sectors in the UK, we d love to hear from you.

Closing date: 2nd November 2026

The College reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications are received. We therefore encourage early applications.

Please note this position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and in line with KCSIE (2025) an online check will be conducted on information available in the public domain.

Leeds College of Building is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is also committed to the Prevent programme and the requirement to prevent people being drawn into terrorism and expects all staff to share these commitments.

Leeds College of Building is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of individuals from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from individuals from an ethnic minority and the LGBTQIA+ community, as they are under-represented at our college. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive to provide the best construction and the built environment education in England.

This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.