Hourly Paid Lecturer - Travel and Tourism

Waltham Forest College; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading further education institution in East London is seeking an Hourly Paid Lecturer in Travel and Tourism. The role requires experience in delivering Level 3 curriculum and aims to provide a high-quality learning experience for students. The position offers approx. 9 hours of teaching per week with a competitive pay range from £24.09 to £37.69 per hour, along with a variety of benefits aimed at enhancing employee experience and professional growth. Applications will be considered upon receipt, so early submission is encouraged.

Benefits

Career average pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced sick pay

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Sodexo benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering up to and including Level 3 Travel and Tourism.
• Significant experience within a relevant profession.

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching and related duties to support students throughout their learning journey.
• Provide a high quality learning experience.

Job description

Hourly Paid Lecturer Travel and Tourism

Location: East London

Hours: Approx 9 hours teaching per week

Salary range: £24.09 – £37.69 per hour inclusive of holiday pay

Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating.

Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College’s focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state‑of‑the‑art industry‑standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future‑ready and equipped for success.

You will undertake teaching and related duties that fully support students throughout their learning journey and provide them with a high quality learning experience.

You will be experienced in delivering up to and including Level 3 Travel and Tourism and have significant experience within a relevant profession.

What’s in it for you?

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2025 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.

Closing Date: 5 January 2026

Interview Date: TBC

• Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

Waltham Forest College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Waltham Forest College is a Mindful Employer. People who have experienced mental health issues will not be discriminated against due to their mental ill health. Disclosure of a mental health problem will enable the College to assess and provide the right level of support or adjustment if needed.