English Lecturer

Rodbaston College; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a dedicated English Teacher to deliver GCSE and functional skills curriculum to diverse groups of learners. Candidates should have a related degree and full teaching qualification, with opportunities for newly qualified teachers. Benefits include a generous holiday scheme, a minimum 20.9% pension contribution, and paid time off for emergencies. Applications are due by January 2nd, 2026, with interviews planned for January 12th, 2026.

Benefits

Generous holiday scheme

Paid time off for emergencies

College pension contribution minimum 20.9%

Qualifications

• Experience teaching GCSE delivery and curriculum design.
• Strong vision and capability to adapt teaching methods.
• Newly qualified teachers are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Deliver GCSE and functional skills English curriculum to learners.
• Create inspiring lessons for diverse student groups.
• Implement modern teaching and learning pedagogy.

Skills

Adapt teaching methods

Curriculum design

Experience in FE or school sector

Education

Related degree and full teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS)

Job description

Overview

South Staffordshire College is dedicated to helping learners realise their potential, focusing on careers and skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver GCSE and functional skills English curriculum to 16‑18 and adult learners.
• Create inspiring, carefully sequenced lessons for diverse student groups across campuses, daytime and evening hours.
• Implement up‑to‑date teaching and learning pedagogy in classroom and online media.
• Adapt curriculum and assessment to meet diverse learner needs, ensuring progress.
• Collaborate with English and maths coordinators and Head of English and maths to advance curriculum.

Qualifications

• Related degree and full teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS).
• Experience teaching in FE or school sector; newly qualified teachers welcome.
• Experience GCSE delivery and curriculum design.
• Strong vision and capability to adapt teaching methods and assessment.

Benefits

• Generous holiday scheme: bank holidays + 5 days at Christmas + 2 "ME" days + wellbeing day on campus.
• Paid time off for emergencies and statutory requirements enhanced.
• College pension contribution minimum 20.9% (Local Government Pension Scheme contributions higher).
• Equal opportunities employer; welcomes under‑represented groups.
• Enhanced disclosure check with child and barred list check.

Application

All applications must be received by Friday 2nd January 2026.
Interviews will be held Thursday 12th January 2026.

Safeguarding

South Staffordshire College commits to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and vulnerable adults; all staff must share this commitment and pass child and barred list checks.