Initial Teacher Education Lecturer and Teaching & Learning Coach

Wigan & Leigh College and University Centre; Wigan; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Family-friendly leave

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Medicash healthcare plan

Railcard and discounts

Job summary

Wigan & Leigh College and University Centre is seeking a Teacher Education Lecturer and Teaching and Learning Coach. You will deliver high-quality FE teaching across Levels 3–7, coach colleagues, and contribute to curriculum development within the Teaching and Learning Academy.

You’ll join a forward-thinking department connected with the University of Lancashire, and support trainee teachers to develop academic understanding, professional confidence and classroom practice across college sites.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or vocational qualification.
• A recognised FE teaching qualification.
• Minimum two years’ FE teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach across Levels 3–7 within teacher education programmes.
• Coach and mentor trainee teachers and colleagues.
• Contribute to curriculum development and programme reviews.

Skills

FE teaching experience

Coaching/mentoring

Curriculum development

Digital pedagogy/e-learning

Communication & organisation

Education

Bachelor's or vocational degree

FE teaching qualification

Master's degree advantageous

Job description

Application Deadline

5 October 2026

Department

Teacher Education

Employment Type

Permanent - Full Time

Location

Wigan & Leigh College

Reporting To

Head of Teaching & Learning Academy

Compensation

£42,540 - £45,119 / year

Description

37 Hours per week | Permanent

Develop the teacher. Strengthen the practice. Shape learning across the college.

Great teaching changes lives.

It helps students believe they can achieve more. It builds confidence, develops skill and opens routes into work, further study and new opportunities.

As our Teacher Education Lecturer and Teaching and Learning Coach, you’ll help shape that impact through the people who teach.

You’ll join our forward-thinking Teacher Education Department as part of the Teaching and Learning Academy. The department offers a well-established suite of initial teacher education programmes and professional development pathways, supported by our partnership with the University of Lancashire.

You’ll deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across Levels 3 to 7, supporting trainee teachers to develop their academic understanding, professional confidence and classroom practice.

You’ll also coach and support colleagues, model strong teaching practice and contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement and the wider work of the Teaching and Learning Academy.

This is a Lecturer B role, so you’ll bring more than strong teaching. You’ll also contribute to course organisation, curriculum leadership, mentoring, admissions, marketing and the development of significant subject or programme areas.

What you'll do

• Teach across teacher education programmes from Level 3 to Level 7.
• Support trainee teachers to develop confidence, professional judgement and strong classroom practice.
• Model effective pedagogy, curriculum design and assessment.
• Coach and mentor colleagues to strengthen teaching, learning and assessment.
• Use current FE pedagogy, educational practice and sector insight to inform your work.
• Contribute to programme planning, curriculum development and course review.
• Support quality processes, including self-assessment and improvement planning.
• Use digital technologies and e-learning approaches to enhance learning.
• Support admissions, open events, recruitment activity and cross-college initiatives.
• Contribute to the wider work of the Teaching and Learning Academy.

What you'll bring

• A relevant degree or vocational qualification.
• A recognised Further Education and Skills teaching qualification.
• At least two years’ teaching experience in the Further Education and Skills sector.
• A strong track record of student success.
• Expertise in FE pedagogy and current educational practice.
• Confidence delivering with academic rigour, including the potential to deliver up to Level 7.
• Strong organisation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting the development of others.
• Confidence using e-learning, digital technologies and innovative teaching approaches.
• A Master’s degree would be an advantage, or willingness to work towards one.

What You’re Like

• Credible. You bring strong FE teaching experience and can model effective practice.
• Reflective. You understand how teachers develop through feedback, evidence and professional learning.
• Clear. You can explain pedagogy, assessment and curriculum design in practical ways.
• Supportive. You help trainee teachers and colleagues build confidence while keeping standards high.
• Academically rigorous. You value strong evidence, thoughtful practice and high expectations.
• Innovative. You use digital tools and new approaches to strengthen learning.
• Collaborative. You work well with colleagues, partners and wider college teams.
• Ambitious for teaching. You want to shape the next generation of teachers and strengthen practice across the college.

Essentials

• You’ll need an enhanced DBS check. If you get the job, we’ll do this for you.
• You’re committed to safeguarding and inclusion.
• You can work across college sites and partner locations where required.
• You’re flexible and happy to support open events, recruitment activity and cross-college initiatives when needed.
• You’re committed to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Why work for us

At Wigan & Leigh College, we know that great teaching starts with great teachers.

Our Teacher Education Department plays a central role in developing the next generation of educators, supporting trainee teachers and strengthening professional practice across the sector.

You’ll be part of a supportive, ambitious and collaborative teaching and learning culture. You’ll work within our Teaching and Learning Academy, contribute to curriculum innovation and help shape programmes that support trainee teachers from initial development through to higher-level academic and professional practice.

Through our University of Lancashire partnership, trainee teachers access rich CPD, collaborative learning and opportunities to develop high-level pedagogical expertise.

This is a role for someone who wants to influence teaching beyond their own classroom. Your work will help trainee teachers grow, colleagues develop and students experience stronger learning.

Time to recharge

• Generous annual leave entitlement, including bank holidays, depending on your role
• Family-friendly leave policies

Wellbeing as well as work

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Medicash healthcare plan
• Occupational health support
• Confidential counselling
• Specsavers eye test vouchers
• A culture where people look out for each other

Financial peace of mind

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including Cycle to Work and buy tech
• Railcard and Tusker Green Car Scheme
• Local and national discount schemes

Clear progression routes

• Ongoing professional and academic development
• Opportunities to build experience across teacher education, coaching and curriculum leadership
• Opportunities to influence teaching, learning and assessment across the college
• Leadership pathways