Lecturer - English

Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FE teacher training

Mentorship from FE professionals

Real classroom experience from day one

Job summary

Colchester Institute invites applications for a Lecturer – English at Colchester Campus. You will deliver engaging English lessons and support learners toward GCSE qualifications, with a clear pathway into a fully qualified FE teaching career.

Join a supportive team, work with experienced FE lecturers, and benefit from a structured training programme, mentoring, and opportunities to specialise in English.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or leading classroom sessions (e.g. HLTA, Cover Supervisor, or similar).
• Ability to manage groups of learners in an educational setting.
• Passion for helping students reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support engaging English lessons.
• Support learners to achieve GCSE qualifications.
• Build students’ confidence and readiness for future pathways.
• Contribute to inclusive learning environment.
• Work with FE lecturers and mentors.
• Develop teaching practice through structured training.
• Support progression into employment, apprenticeships, or further study.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4+)

Relevant English background

Job description

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As a leading provider of education and training in the region, we offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking environment where staff are encouraged to grow and succeed.

We are seeking aspiring Lecturerto join our team and take the next step into a fully qualified teaching career.

Job Title: Lecturer – English

Permanent, Full Time (Part Time possible)

Colchester Campus

About the Role:

• Deliver and support engaging lessons in English
• Work with learners who require additional support to achieve GCSE qualifications
• Build students’ confidence, skills, and readiness for future pathways
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with experienced FE lecturers and mentors
• Develop your teaching practice through a structured training programme
• Support learners’ progression into employment, apprenticeships, or further study

Essential Experience:

• Experience supporting or leading classroom sessions (e.g. HLTA, Cover Supervisor, or similar)
• Confidence managing groups of learners in an educational setting
• A passion for supporting students to achieve their potential

Essential Qualifications:

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• A relevant subject background in English (desirable but not essential depending on experience)

What We Offer:

• A fully supported route into Further Education teacher training
• Real classroom experience from day one
• Mentorship from experienced FE professionals
• Opportunities to specialise in English
• A rewarding career where you can make a lasting difference

Why Join Us?

At Colchester Institute, we invest in our people. You’ll become part of a vibrant and supportive community committed to excellence in education and training. If you’re passionate about inspiring learners and ready to turn your classroom experience into a qualified teaching career, we want to hear from you.

We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.