Lecturer - Health and Science

Waltham Forest; New Addington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

career average pension scheme

employee assistance programme

enhanced sick pay

NUS Employee discount

Vodafone Advantage

free onsite parking

cycle to work scheme

Sodexo benefits scheme

Benenden Health care scheme

Job summary

Waltham Forest College invites an enthusiastic Lecturer to join our Health and Science team, delivering high-quality teaching across health, care and science programmes while supporting learners to reach their potential.

You will plan, prepare, deliver lessons, assess progress, and contribute to curriculum development in an inclusive learning environment. A recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one is required; FE teaching experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience in health, care or science is desirable.
• Relevant teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience of teaching in Further Education is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning across health and science programmes.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons, assess learner progress and provide pastoral support.
• Contribute to curriculum development and maintain an inclusive learning environment.

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturer to join our Health and Science team. In this role, you will deliver high-quality teaching and learning across a range of health and science programmes, inspiring and supporting learners to achieve their full potential.

You will plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons, assess learner progress, and provide effective academic and pastoral support. Working collaboratively with colleagues, you will contribute to curriculum development, maintain high standards of teaching, and help create an inclusive and positive learning environment.

The successful candidate will have relevant industry experience in health, care, science or a related field, together with a recognised teaching qualification or a willingness to work towards one. Experience of teaching within Further Education is desirable, along with a strong commitment to learner success, achievement and progression.

You will be passionate about your subject area, able to motivate learners with diverse needs and aspirations, and committed to developing the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for further study and employment.

Waltham Forest College has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious 'Outstanding' rating.

Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College's focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.

We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment

• career average pension scheme
• employee assistance programme
• enhanced sick pay
• NUS Employee discount
• Vodafone Advantage
• free onsite parking
• cycle to work scheme
• Sodexo benefits scheme
• Benenden Health care scheme