Lecturer - English

Bedford College Group; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lecturer in English. This role involves planning and delivering engaging English lessons, contributing to curriculum development, and providing support to diverse learners. The ideal candidate will have a degree in English, a teaching qualification, and recent teaching experience, particularly with GCSE students. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, including 45 days of annual leave, a teacher’s pension, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

45 days annual leave

Teacher’s pension

Retail & leisure discounts

Professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Qualifications

• Recent experience teaching GCSE English.
• Understanding of FE reform and safeguarding.
• Success in supporting diverse learners to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across multiple levels.
• Contribute to curriculum design and quality assurance processes.
• Provide tutorials, feedback, and pastoral care to promote wellbeing.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Lesson planning

ICT proficiency

Education

Degree or Level 5 in English

Teaching qualification (CertEd/PGCE)

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Lecturer - English

Location: Tresham College – Kettering, Corby and Wellingborough Campuses

Salary/Benefits: £33,048 – £38,169 per annum, plus up to £3,000 market supplement; 45 days annual leave + bank holidays, teacher’s pension, retail & leisure discounts, professional and personal development opportunities, access to college courses.

Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent, full time

Right to work: UK‑based contract; must have right to work in the UK. No sponsorship available.

About the role:

• Teaching & Learning Delivery – Plan and deliver engaging English lessons across multiple levels, using inclusive methods to support learner achievement and progression.
• Curriculum & Quality Development – Contribute to curriculum design and quality assurance processes, aligning provision with national priorities and learner/employer needs.
• Learner Support & Engagement – Provide tutorials, feedback, and pastoral care to promote wellbeing, independent learning, and positive behaviour and attendance.
• Collaboration & Compliance – Work with colleagues and external partners to enhance employability outcomes, while promoting safeguarding, EDI, and health & safety.
• Professional Practice & Leadership – Maintain professional competence, support new staff, lead curriculum areas if qualified, and participate in college‑wide initiatives.

About you:

• Essential Qualifications – Degree or Level 5 in English, teaching qualification (CertEd/PGCE or willingness to achieve), GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above).
• Teaching Experience & Knowledge – Recent experience teaching GCSE English, understanding of FE reform and safeguarding, and success in supporting diverse learners to achieve.
• Skills & Competencies – Strong communication, classroom management, lesson planning, and ICT proficiency including Microsoft 365 and digital platforms.
• Professional Attributes – Inclusive, reflective, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement, college values, and maintaining professional boundaries.
• Flexibility & Compliance – Enhanced DBS, willingness to travel across college sites, awareness of health and safety, and possession of a full driving licence with vehicle access.

Values:

• Valuing Teamwork – One team working together to achieve great things, respecting every contribution.
• Improving Continuously – Challenge ourselves to do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, and learning from others.
• Student Centred – Always act with students’ best interests in mind to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences.
• Inclusive – Celebrate differences and diversity, recognising we learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – Care about the wellbeing of staff, students, community and wider society, building trust and support.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – Promote excellence by delivering programmes that challenge students to achieve ambitions.

Safeguarding: The group is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people. Successful candidate will undergo enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975. Information on employment of ex‑offenders is available in the attached policy.