Lecturer - English

The Methodist Church in Britain; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

Student discount

Government pension schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

West Lancashire College is seeking an English Lecturer for a fixed-term contract. The role concentrates on teaching and assessing Functional Skills and GCSE English for learners across programmes, with responsibilities for lesson planning, feedback, tutorials and keeping progress records.

The post involves 35 hours per week in a further/higher education setting, and requires pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS. Commitment to safeguarding and professional development is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject and recognised teaching qualification.
• Evidence of Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE or equivalent).
• Experience in teaching Functional Skills and GCSE English is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach and assess Functional Skills and GCSE English across programmes.
• Plan engaging, inclusive lessons with clear learning outcomes.
• Provide constructive feedback and monitor learner progress.
• Deliver tutorials and support academic/personal development.
• Maintain accurate progress records and manage assessments.
• Support curriculum development and quality assurance activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external partners to enhance learning.
• Uphold safeguarding, equality and health & safety policies.

Skills

Inclusive teaching

Assessment and feedback

Lesson planning

Pastoral/tutorial support

Digital learning tools

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Recognised teaching qualification

Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE C/4)

Job description

English Lecturer post at West Lancashire College, part of the NCG college group, on a fixed-term contract. The work centres on teaching and assessing Functional Skills and GCSE English to learners across a range of programmes, with lesson planning, feedback, tutorials and progress records. The role is 35 hours and draws on subject-specific teaching practice in further or higher education. All roles need pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

What the job involves

• Teach and assess Functional Skills and GCSE English
• Design and deliver inclusive, high-quality lessons
• Create engaging learning materials for diverse learner needs
• Provide clear, constructive feedback to support learner progress
• Guide academic and personal development through tutorials and pastoral care
• Maintain accurate records of learner progress and engagement
• Keep course content current and aligned with industry standards
• Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance processes
• Work with colleagues and external partners to enrich the learner experience
• Promote and uphold safeguarding, equality and health and safety policies

What’s required

Qualifications

• Relevant subject qualification, such as a degree or equivalent
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Level 2 English and Maths, such as GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent

Experience

• Proven track record of teaching and assessing Functional Skills and GCSE English

Skills & knowledge

• Planning and delivering effective, inclusive teaching for diverse learners
• Knowledge of subject-specific pedagogy and current teaching practice in further or higher education
• Outstanding teaching, learning and assessment practice
• Clear communication and strong organisational skills
• Confidence using digital tools to support learning

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check, with children's barred list check where applicable

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding, equality and ongoing professional development

What’s offered

• Generous annual leave
• Flexible working
• Student discount
• Government pension schemes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme