Lecturer for Project-Based Learning

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking a Lecturer for Project-Based Learning to inspire students through meaningful, hands-on experiences. This full-time role focuses on supporting individuals with SEMH needs in an engaging, outdoor environment. Candidates should have a strong foundation in teaching and a passion for inclusive education.

Benefits

Access to teachers pensions scheme

Up to 50 days annual leave

Access to gyms, restaurants, and salons

Health & wellbeing benefits

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Grants for new FE teachers in STEM subjects

Recruitment Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Creative, resilient, and highly empathetic educator.
• Passionate about inclusive education and Project-Based Learning.
• Knowledge of SEND, ECHPs, Safeguarding best practices.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering a practical curriculum for Entry 3 and Level 1 learners.
• Implementing differentiated teaching strategies for diverse students.
• Tracking and assessing student progress through a portfolio-based approach.

Skills

Creative

Resilience

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Level 5 teaching qualification

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths

Job description

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Location: Rotherham

Salary: Up to £32,199 (depending on experience and qualifications) per annum + benefits

Hours: Full time (37hrs per week, all year round)

Our clients main goal is to be an outstanding education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that they do. To help them achieve this they are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join their existing teams. To be a part of the team they will expect you to be committed to their values too.

The Role

Are you a passionate and resilient educator ready to make a real difference?

They are seeking a Lecturer in Project-Based Learning (PBL) to join their college Group. This isn't your typical classroom role; they're looking for someone who can inspire and empower learners through hands-on, real-world experiences, primarily in outdoor and nature-based settings.

This crucial position focuses on supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, those who have been Electively Home Educated (EHE), and individuals with no prior qualifications or limited formal education. Your creative, student-centred approach will help these young people develop essential employability, personal development, and life skills, ensuring no one is disadvantaged.

As their PBL Lecturer, you'll be instrumental in shaping the futures of their students. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and delivering an engaging, practical curriculum for Entry 3 and Level 1 learners, with a strong emphasis on outdoor and nature-based activities in conservation/woodland areas, all-weather sports areas, or natural environments. Their programmes are structured over a 12-week learning reference period.
• Cultivating a calm, purposeful learning environment where students feel safe to explore, learn, and grow. You'll understand that behaviour is often a form of communication and respond with a fully therapeutic and nurturing approach.
• Implementing differentiated teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of all students, particularly those with complex barriers to learning, ensuring accessibility and engagement for everyone.
• Integrating maths, English, and digital literacy naturally within your project-based curriculum, preparing students for functional skills or GCSE programmes.
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students, acting as a mentor and role model. You'll use trauma-informed, restorative, and positive behaviour management strategies to foster self-regulation and independence.
• Tracking and assessing student progress through a portfolio-based, reflective approach, providing regular constructive feedback and coaching to build confidence and self-reliance.
• Collaborating with internal and external partners, employers, and community organisations to create meaningful real-world project opportunities and ensure clear transition pathways into higher-level technical study or workplace learning.
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

You'll be a creative, resilient, and highly empathetic individual with a genuine passion for inclusive education. Specifically, they're seeking someone who:

• Has high expectations for all students and can build successful relationships based on high-quality inclusive teaching and learning.
• Is committed to an educational experience that fosters a lifelong relationship between students and the natural world.
• Can design and deliver Project-Based Learning that integrates vocational, personal development, and employability skills for students with complex socio-emotional needs.
• Is skilled in using evidence-based and assistive teaching strategies to support students with complex barriers to learning.
• Is flexible and responsive to individual student needs, adhering to SEMH and alternative provision best practices.
• Can plan, organise, and deliver supportive interventions to help students overcome barriers to participation.
• Is adept at coaching techniques to empower students, improve their mental health and well-being, and build self-reliance.
• Is prepared to work within a challenging environment with learners who have complex support needs, offering every learner a second chance and a fresh start each day.
  
  

You will have knowledge of SEND, ECHPs and Safeguarding best practices as well as excellent classroom management and trauma informed behaviour strategies.

You will hold a Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in English and Maths, a teaching qualification at level 5 or above (or be willing to undertake), an ideally a specialist SEND related qualification.

Benefits

• Access to teachers pensions scheme pension
• Up to 50 days annual leave per year including bank holidays & closure during Christmas period
• Access to their gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
• Parking available at all of their sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
• New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the levelling up premium payments initiative
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth by to £200 per referral made
  
  

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

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