Lecturer - Foundation Learning

Kingston College; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Lecturer in Foundation Learning to support students with learning disabilities. This role involves delivering engaging teaching and assessment activities, including Maths and English, while providing essential pastoral care. You will have the opportunity to develop vocational programs and guide students towards their educational goals. With a strong commitment to inclusive learning strategies, this position offers a chance to make a real impact in students' lives. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and student success.

Benefits

40 days annual leave

5 days Wellbeing leave

Employer-contributed pension schemes

Subsidised sports facilities

Professional development opportunities

Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience in vocational curriculum development within Further Education.

Responsibilities

• Delivering teaching and assessment activities within your area of expertise.
• Providing tutorial and pastoral care for learners with learning disabilities.

Skills

Teaching English

Teaching Maths

Employability Skills

Inclusive Learning Strategies

Vocational Curriculum Development

Communication Skills

Planning and Organisational Skills

Education

Recognised Teaching Qualification

Recent Professional Development

Job description

Job Title: Lecturer - Foundation Learning

Kingston College is seeking a Lecturer to support students in the Foundation Learning area, providing tutorial and pastoral care for learners with learning disabilities/difficulties and monitoring work experience activities.

The role involves delivering teaching and assessment activities within your area of expertise, including lectures, coursework, practical activities, and fieldwork. You will also deliver Maths and English to SEND students at appropriate levels, arrange and supervise practical work, events, assessment projects, and advise students on techniques.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Recent and relevant professional development
• Strong knowledge and current experience in teaching English, Maths, and Employability skills
• Understanding of inclusive learning strategies and progression pathways for SEND students
• Experience in vocational curriculum development within Further Education, including RARPA, entry-level qualifications, and Functional Skills

Skills and Attributes:

• Knowledge of strategies to meet individual learning needs
• Motivating and guiding individuals or teams towards objectives
• Ability to develop and deliver vocational programmes
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Good planning, organisational, and administrative skills with attention to detail

The successful candidate will be eligible for salary increases based on the annual cost of living review.

Application Details:

Closing date: 14th May 2025

Benefits:

• 40 days annual leave plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year
• 5 days Wellbeing leave
• Employer-contributed pension schemes (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme)
• Subsidised sports facilities
• Professional development opportunities
• Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme

South Thames Colleges Group is committed to equality, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and conduct due diligence checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

We are a large provider of post-16 education and aim to put students' success at the heart of everything we do. Join our team to help challenge and support our students to progress and achieve.