English Lecturer (including A Level and Degree)

College of West Anglia; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in King's Lynn is seeking a part-time English Lecturer to teach A Level courses and some degree programs. The role involves engaging with a supportive team to enhance community learning opportunities. Candidates should have a relevant degree and be open to obtaining a teaching qualification if not already held. This position offers a generous benefits package and promotes staff well-being.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Fee waivers on college courses

Qualifications

• Essential: a degree in a relevant subject area and a relevant master's degree.
• Willingness to undertake a teaching qualification if not currently held.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of courses including A Level English Language and Literature.
• Contribute to the development of learning opportunities.
• Engage with a committed humanities team to deliver high-quality teaching.

Skills

Teaching English Language

Teaching English Literature

Curriculum Development

Education

Degree in a relevant subject area

Relevant master's degree

Job description

Overview

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

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.

You will teach a range of courses including A Level English language and 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 of our local communities.

This is a rare opportunity to join our highly skilled and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of courses including A Level English Language, English Literature and on some degree programmes.
• Contribute to the development of learning opportunities and the expansion of provision to meet community needs.
• Engage with a committed humanities team to deliver high-quality teaching and student support.

Qualifications and Experience

• Essential: a degree in a relevant subject area and a relevant master's degree.
• If you do not currently hold a teaching qualification, you must be willing and able to undertake one with our support.
• Salary point will reflect experience and teaching qualifications; appointments are not normally made at point 12 or above (£35,831 FTE) without a level 5 teaching qualification and experience.

Benefits

We offer an excellent package including a generous annual leave allowance of 37 days per year for curriculum staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time). Benefits also include fee waivers on some College courses, a 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. The college focuses on staff well-being with a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, as well as 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 at [e-mail].

Closing date: midnight, Wednesday 24 September 2025

Interviews: provisionally planned for Friday 3 October 2025 at our King’s Lynn campus.

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.

Please note: all interviews are conducted face to face; online interviews are not available.

Equal Opportunities: CWA is a Disability Confident employer and offers a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria. We encourage you to disclose any disabilities and whether you wish to be considered under this scheme.

CWA is committed to safeguarding; all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks, including an online search. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply.

Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).

CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received.

No agencies please