Lecturer - English

Colchester Institute Corporation; Colchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FE teacher training

Mentorship

Specialise in English

Real classroom experience

Career progression

Job summary

Colchester Institute invites applications for a Lecturer - English at Colchester Campus. You will deliver engaging English lessons and support learners aiming for GCSE qualifications.

You will build learners' confidence, support progression into employment or further study, and work with experienced FE lecturers through a structured training programme to become a qualified teacher. Join a supportive, inclusive learning environment that values development and real classroom experience from day

Qualifications

• Experience supporting or leading classroom sessions.
• Confidence managing groups of learners.
• A passion for helping students reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging English lessons and support learners aiming for GCSE qualifications.
• Work with learners requiring additional support to achieve GCSEs.
• Build students' confidence, skills, and readiness for future pathways.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Work with experienced FE lecturers and mentors to develop teaching practice.
• Support learners' progression into employment, apprenticeships, or further study.

Skills

Experience delivering/classroom

Classroom management

Student motivation

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4+)

English background (desirable)

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.

Lecturer

We are seeking aspiring Lecturer to 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.