Lecturer - English

Windsor Forest Colleges Group; England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a Lecturer in English for a permanent, full-time role. Responsibilities include assisting learners with barriers to learning and engaging in assessments. Applicants should have a level 3 qualification in English and a willingness to obtain a teaching qualification. The role offers a competitive salary from £31,133 to £44,841 depending on experience.

Benefits

Generous non-working day entitlement

Defined benefit pension schemes

Subsidised leisure courses

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Ideally possess a level 3 or higher qualification in English.
• A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards within the first 2 years.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting learners to achieve high results.

Responsibilities

• Assist learners facing barriers to learning to ensure high attendance.
• Engage in the assessment of learners and provide necessary support.

Skills

Experience in supporting learners

Knowledge of curriculum development

Ability to engage with diverse learners

Education

Level 3 or higher qualification in English

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Lecturer in English to join our Slough & Langley College team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role offers a salary on the Academic Pay Scale ranging from 31,133 (T1) to 44,841 (T11), depending on experience and qualifications.

Lecturer in English

As a Lecturer in English, you will be joining our Ofsted Rated Good Colleges Group delivering effective teaching programs within your competency areas, focusing on developing independent learners and facilitating student progression.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with Specialist Learning Coaches you will assist learners facing barriers to learning and assist them in breaking through and removing these barriers to ensure high levels of student attendance, retention and achievement.
• Engaging in the assessment of learners from application, progression, setting targets and milestones, providing necessary support where necessary.

Qualifications

• Ideally possess a level 3 or higher qualification in English
• A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards within the first 2 years in role
• Experience and knowledge of ongoing curriculum development and managing the learning process
• The ability to demonstrate successful experience in supporting learners to high achievement

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes-Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

Our Staff Benefits

• Generous non-working day entitlement
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Free on-site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance
• On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at our Langley College site

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on 24th October 2025

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis

How to apply

To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form. Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

Safeguarding

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.