GCSE English Lecturer

Dovetail and Slate; Northampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Free parking

Subsidised catering

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Health cash plan

44 days annual leave

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate is seeking an enthusiastic GCSE English Lecturer to join a high-performing team in Northamptonshire. You will deliver GCSE and Functional Skills English to vocational learners, plan and assess learning, and track progress to ensure learners achieve their goals.

The role requires a relevant degree and a recognised teaching qualification, or you must be willing to work towards one. A supportive FE environment and career progression await.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject (English or related field).
• Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed or equivalent) or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience teaching GCSE English in FE or secondary education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons in GCSE and Functional Skills English to vocational learners.
• Plan and assess learning in line with college policies and support learners to achieve goals.
• Track and monitor student progress through feedback and assessment.
• Collaborate with vocational teams to embed numeracy within practical learning.
• Contribute to curriculum development to keep teaching relevant and inspiring.
• Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports wellbeing and achievement.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Motivate and support learners

Education

Degree in English or relevant subject

PGCE / Cert Ed or equivalent

Job description

GCSE English Lecturer

Salary: £36,217 - £43,197 per annum (dependent on experience)

Location: Northamptonshire

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed English Lecturer to join a high-performing team, supporting learners to develop their numeracy skills and achieve their GCSE English qualifications.

The Organisation

Our client is a highly regarded further education provider set within beautiful countryside surroundings, offering modern, purpose-built facilities and a supportive, community-focused environment. With a strong emphasis on vocational education, the college delivers high-quality teaching and practical learning opportunities that prepare students for success in their chosen industries.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lessons in GCSE and Functional Skills English, to vocational learners.
• Plan and assess learning in line with college policies, ensuring all students are supported to achieve their goals.
• Track and monitor student progress through effective feedback and assessment.
• Collaborate with vocational teams to embed numeracy within practical learning.
• Contribute to curriculum development, ensuring teaching is relevant and inspiring.
• Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports student wellbeing and achievement.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area.
• Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent) or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience teaching GCSE English in FE or secondary education.
• Strong classroom management and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and support learners, particularly those in vocational programmes.
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

Benefits

• Beautiful campus setting with on-site gym, free parking, and subsidised catering.
• Teachers' Pension Scheme and comprehensive health cash plan.
• 44 days' annual leave (including bank holidays).
• Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Discounts on college courses and access to wellbeing initiatives.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

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