English Lecturer

South Hampshire College Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks leave per year

Regular training and development

Job summary

A dynamic education institution in Southampton is seeking a passionate English Lecturer to teach and support students in their learning journey. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to education, experience in teaching, and exemplary communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to contribute positively to students' achievements and to partake in a supportive teaching environment with professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching English at a further education level.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning needs.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom teaching and tutorial work.
• Prepare and assess assignments and provide feedback.
• Act as a Personal Tutor to students.

Skills

Highly motivated professional with a range of industry experience

Good working knowledge of IT tools (ECDL or equivalent)

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse range of people

Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

Education

Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths or equivalent

Level 4 qualification in the relevant area of expertise

Level 5 Teaching qualification

Job description

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

We offer great benefits including:

• 6 weeks leave per year, plus bank holidays
• Regular training and development.

Responsibilities

• 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 and 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.