English Lecturer (including A Level and Degree)

College of West Anglia; Bridlington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused further education college is seeking a part-time Lecturer for English to join their Humanities team. The role entails teaching A Level and degree-level courses while supporting learners' development. Applicants should possess a relevant degree and a master's, with the option to pursue a teaching qualification if necessary. This position offers 18.5 hours per week, competitive benefits, and a focus on work-life balance.

Benefits

37 days annual leave

Fee waivers on College courses

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts with local businesses

Access to well-being resources

Comprehensive training and development

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in a relevant subject area.
• Willingness to undertake a teaching qualification if not currently held.
• Experience in teaching A Level and degree programmes.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of courses including A Level English language and literature.
• Contribute to expanding learning opportunities.
• Support the growth of provision to meet local community needs.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Subject knowledge in English

Education

Degree in relevant subject area

Relevant masters degree

Job description

Overview

Are you an existing or aspiring English Lecturer looking for your next role? Are you looking for a part-time role where you can truly make an impact on learners lives? Then this could be the role for you.

Role details

• JOB TITLE: LECTURER - ENGLISH (INCLUDING A LEVEL AND DEGREE)
• LOCATION: KING'S LYNN
• HOURS: 18.5 per week
• SALARY: £15,265 - £19,250 per annum (£30,529 - £38,500 FTE)

Due to internal progression we have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer to join our Humanities team on a part-time basis, working 18.5 hours per week from January 2026.

Responsibilities

You will teach a range of courses including A Level English language/Literature and on some of our degree programmes. We are committed to expanding the learning opportunities for our learners and growing our provision to better meet the needs for our local communities. This is a rare opportunity to join our highly skilled and supportive team.

Qualifications

• It is essential that you hold a degree in a relevant subject area, as well as a relevant masters degree.
• If you do not hold a teaching qualification currently you must be willing and able to undertake one with our support.
• We pride ourselves on our approach to work-life balance and actively support job share and flexible working opportunities.

Salary progression

Please note that your point on the salary scale will be determined based on both experience and teaching qualifications. Appointments will not normally be made at point 12 or above (£35,831 FTE) without a level 5 teaching qualification and experience.

Organisation

We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving humanities team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength delivering a wide range of programmes including A-level and BA English and History degree. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams.

Benefits

• 37 days annual leave for curriculum staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• Fee waivers on some College courses
• Contributory pension scheme with the Teachers' Pension Scheme (current employer contribution is 23.68%)
• Discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle to work scheme
• Staff well-being resources, including a well-being committee and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive training and development
• Job share opportunities are available for the right candidates

How to apply

To apply online or view all current vacancies please visit www.cwa.ac.uk.

For further information specific to the role, or to arrange a visit please contact Gemma Mickleborough.

Closing date for receipt of all applications: midnight, Wednesday 24 September 2025. Interviews are provisionally planned for Friday 3 October 2025 at our King's Lynn campus.

Additional notes

• Applicants are expected to ensure their applications are written in their own words.
• We reserve the right to use an AI checker on any application.
• All interviews are conducted face to face; online interviews are not facilitated.
• CWA is a Disability Confident employer with a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
• Safeguarding: all staff appointments are subject to references and enhanced DBS checks and other safeguarding requirements.
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply.
• Full details of our Safeguarding policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).
• CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient suitably qualified applications are received.
• No agencies please.