Foundation Lecturer

Dovetail & Slate Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Term-time only

Job summary

Dovetail & Slate Ltd in Northampton is seeking a Foundation Lecturer to lead Life Skills and Preparation for Adulthood curricula within a vibrant FE community. The role is a temporary, term-time only contract starting 2 November 2026, with full-time hours and an emphasis on practical, outcome‑led teaching for young people with diverse learning needs.

You will plan bespoke lessons, adapt to EHCP targets, supervise Learning Support Assistants, and track progress for annual reviews, delivering an

Qualifications

• Qualified FE teacher with appropriate qualification (QTS/DET/PGCE or equivalent).
• Experience delivering Foundation Learning, Life Skills or SEN programmes.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Delivery: Design and teach Life Skills and PfA outcomes.
• Bespoke Planning: Differentiate for EHCP targets.
• Promoting Autonomy: Develop everyday functional skills in students.
• Progress Assessment: Track milestones and contribute to EHCP reviews.
• Team Collaboration: Lead and coordinate Learning Support Assistants.

Skills

Life Skills teaching

SEN teaching

Foundation Learning

Differentiation

Progress tracking

Team leadership

Education

QTS/DET/PGCE or equivalent

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Job description

Recruitment for education and the public sector

SEN & Support £30-£35 per hour via Umbrella Contract / Temp Term-time only · 39 weeks/year mid Level 13 October 2026

Also teaches: Preparation for Adulthood Foundation Learning

Job Description

Employment Type: Temporary, ongoing contract, term-time only

Start Date: 2nd of November 2026

Hours: Full-Time

Are you an inspiring educator driven by the belief that every learner deserves an equitable pathway to independence? We are seeking a Foundation Lecturer to join a vibrant further education community, leading on the delivery of vital Life Skills and Preparation for Adulthood curricula.

In this role, you will be the architect of your students' personal growth. Teaching across Foundation and Supported Learning provisions, you will deliver engaging, practical learning experiences designed to build real-world confidence, self-advocacy, and essential life skills for young people with diverse learning needs.

• Ongoing Contract Stability: Secure a full-time, ongoing placement for the academic year with a high-performing department.
• State-of-the-Art Environment: Work within a renowned specialist campus equipped with outstanding practical learning environments.
• Transformative Impact: Focus on outcome-led teaching that directly shapes students' independence, community inclusion, and future aspirations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum Delivery: Design and teach high-impact, practical lessons focused on Life Skills, community access, personal safety, and Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) outcomes.
• Bespoke Planning: Adapt teaching methods and resources to meet individual EHCP targets, creating a structured, highly differentiated classroom environment.
• Promoting Autonomy: Empower students to develop everyday functional skills, decision-making abilities, and self-care strategies.
• Progress Assessment: Track, record, and evaluate student milestones, contributing detailed progress evidence to annual EHCP reviews.
• Team Collaboration: Direct and coordinate classroom Learning Support Assistants to ensure a safe, cohesive, and supportive learning experience.

Requirements:

• A recognised teaching qualification suitable for Further Education (e.g., QTS, DET, PGCE, or equivalent) alongside GCSEs in Maths and English.
• Proven experience delivering Foundation Learning, Life Skills, or SEN programmes within a Further Education or specialist secondary setting.
• Strong understanding of Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) frameworks and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Must hold a valid Enhanced DBS check.

Even if you don't meet every single criteria listed, if you are a resilient individual with a genuine passion for supporting students and a willingness to learn, we would still love to hear from you.

What's on Offer

• Ongoing contract stability for academic year
• Teaching qualification suitable for FE (QTS, DET, PGCE or equivalent)
• GCSE Maths and English
• Understanding of Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) frameworks
• Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice
• Enhanced DBS check
• Ongoing contract stability for academic year
• Weekly pay

Skills & Qualifications

Life Skills teaching SEN teaching Foundation Learning delivery EHCP target setting Differentiation Preparation for Adulthood Team leadership Progress tracking and assessment

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• Location: Northampton
• Phase: Fe
• Subject: Life Skills