Lecturer

Orchard Hill College - Garratt House; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist educational institution in Greater London is seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer to manage teaching teams and deliver learner-centered educational opportunities for adults with special needs. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain a Certificate of Education. The role includes planning, assessment implementation, and team management to enhance student development. The position offers a salary range of £36,842 - £47,989 per annum and various benefits including a pension scheme and employee discounts.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Employee Wellbeing support

Salary Sacrifice Schemes

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Must hold a Certificate of Education (CertEd) on appointment, or be willing to undertake it.
• Able to implement effective assessment strategies and evaluate learning experiences.
• Strong ability to communicate with students, parents, and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver educational programs tailored to individual needs.
• Ensure effective student learning experiences and progression.
• Manage a team, including volunteers and visitors, effectively.

Skills

Effective communication

Assessment and evaluation

Team management

Education

Certificate of Education (CertEd) or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Orchard Hill College is an outstanding specialist college offering life-changing learning opportunities to young people and adults with a range of special education needs and/or disabilities. We operate college centres across London and Surrey with specialist teams delivering programmes designed to meet diverse needs of our students.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and innovative Lecturer who will manage and direct teaching teams and ensure effective, learner-centred learning opportunities to meet the needs of adults with special needs.

Location and Terms

Location: Garratt House, CR0 4PW

Salary: Lecturer Grade, spine points 7 – 14, £36,842 - £47,989 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance

Working Pattern: 36 hours per week, 39 working weeks, 8.45 am – 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45 am to 4.15 pm on Friday

Key Responsibilities

• Effective planning of teaching/learning within designated curriculum
• Ensuring that student learning experiences are organised in a progression which supports the development of the individual
• Implementing appropriate assessment, objective setting, recording, reporting and evaluation of educational programmes
• Effective management and supervision of team members, including whenever necessary, volunteers, students and visitors
• Participation and planning/delivery in appropriate staff development opportunities to up-date or develop new skills

Key Requirements

• Must hold a Certificate of Education (CertEd) on appointment, or an alternative equivalent teaching qualification, or currently be undertaking or willing to undertake the Certificate of Education (CertEd)
• Able to implement appropriate assessment, objective setting, recording, reporting and evaluation of educational programme
• Able to communicate effectively with students, carers and professionals
• Able to communicate a commitment to the view that students with special needs can and do achieve
• Able to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and to promote and comply with the College’s Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity and Health and Safety Policies

Benefits

• Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment
• Pension Scheme - LGPS or TPS with life cover and financial protection for your family
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme, Home Electronics Scheme)
• Employee Wellbeing including counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave
• Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more)
• Other benefits (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme)

About the Trust

The College is an Academy sponsor and established Orchard Hill College Academy Trust in 2013 which is home to 13 special schools. Together Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust provide for over 1500 pupils and students with SEN across London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire. Visit our vacancies page to learn more about us and what makes us a special place to work.

We employ over 1500 people across our schools, college and central support team, with a wide range of roles and significant career progression opportunities. It is an exciting time to be part of OHC and we are keen to recruit talented people who can help realise our mission.

How to Apply and Equality

Visit the vacancies page and follow the application process. CV applications cannot be considered. Your application will be scored against the person specification; demonstrate how your experience, skills and knowledge match the criteria.

Closing Date: 23 February 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 2 March 2026 (date TBC)

Safeguarding and Equality

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and related amendments. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.