Lecturer - English

Central Bedfordshire College; Old Warden; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

A further education institution is seeking a Lecturer in English to join the English and Maths department. The role includes delivering high-quality teaching, guiding student progression, and contributing to curriculum development. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, strong classroom management, and excellent communication skills. This is a part-time, permanent position located at Shuttleworth College in Old Warden.

Qualifications

• Recent experience teaching and assessing GCSE English.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Up-to-date knowledge of subject developments and awarding body standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality English teaching across various levels.
• Guide students through tutorials and feedback.
• Contribute to course innovation and develop engaging learning materials.
• Maintain accurate records and meet quality assurance requirements.

Skills

Teaching GCSE English

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Relevant degree or Level 5 qualification in English

Certificate in Education/PGCE

GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade A–C)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role

Lecturer – English
Location: Shuttleworth College – Old Warden
Salary: £31,930 – £36,878 per annum (Pro‑Rata) with a market supplement of up to £3,000 for successful candidates
Contract type: Permanent – Part Time
Hours: 29.6 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

About The Role

We are looking for a Lecturer in English to join the English and Maths department at The Bedford College Group.

• Teaching & Assessment – Deliver high‑quality English teaching across various levels, prepare schemes of work, assess student progress and ensure awarding body standards are met.
• Student Support & Progression – Guide students through tutorials and feedback, helping them achieve their potential and progress academically and vocationally.
• Curriculum Development – Contribute to course innovation, develop engaging learning materials and support the creation of new programmes aligned with strategic priorities.
• Quality & Administration – Maintain accurate records, meet funding and quality assurance requirements and participate in course reviews, team meetings and student feedback activities.
• College Engagement & Compliance – Support marketing events, uphold safeguarding, EDI, health & safety standards and contribute to the wider college strategy and student experience.

About You

• Qualifications & Subject Expertise – Relevant degree or Level 5 qualification in English, Certificate in Education/PGCE (or willingness to achieve) and GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade A–C).
• Teaching Experience – Recent experience teaching and assessing GCSE English, strong classroom management and up‑to‑date knowledge of subject developments and awarding body standards.
• Communication & Collaboration – Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; able to build positive relationships across the College and contribute effectively to team goals.
• Organisation & Administration – Highly organised with strong planning skills, confident in using Microsoft Office and able to complete administrative tasks accurately and on time.
• Professionalism & Values – Committed to safeguarding, EDI, continuous development and promoting the College’s values and reputation; flexible and willing to work across locations with a valid driving licence.

Vision Values

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who work together to achieve great things, respecting each other’s opinions and valuing each contribution.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge and reflecting on practice.
• Student Centred – We consider students in all decisions to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising the learning that comes from everyone.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of staff, students, the community and society, building trust and support.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

Safeguarding & EEO

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply

Interviews will be held TBC. Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values.