Lecturer, Hospitality and Catering. Full time, Thurrock Campus

South Essex College of Further & Higher Education; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education college in Thurrock is seeking a Lecturer in Hospitality and Catering. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching to 16-19 students and develop appropriate teaching techniques. Essential qualifications include a recognised teaching qualification and industry experience in Hospitality and Catering. This position offers various benefits including 40 days holiday, a generous pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

40 days holiday

Teacher's Pension

Free breakfast

Free parking

Subsidised eye tests

Access to gyms

Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience in Hospitality and Catering.
• Experience of working with 16-19 students.
• Experience with learners having additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching to 16-19 students.
• Develop teaching techniques and materials for learner success.
• Manage learner behaviour and attendance.

Skills

Teaching skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Assessing qualification

Job description

Lecturer, Hospitality and Catering – Thurrock Campus

We are seeking a proactive and motivated individual to join the Department of Service Industries, which has an expanding Hospitality and Catering curriculum area.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality teaching and learning to 16‑19 students.
• Develop and apply appropriate teaching techniques and materials to enable all learners to achieve their full potential.
• Manage learner behaviour and attendance to meet KPIs.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications and Experience

• A recognised teaching qualification and an assessing qualification are essential.
• Relevant industry experience in Hospitality and Catering.
• Experience working with 16‑19 students and holding City and Guild, Gateway qualifications is an advantage.
• Experience of working with learners who have additional needs would also be beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills and IT skills are essential.

Benefits

• 40 days holiday (including school holidays and college closure days).
• Teacher’s Pension – 28.68% college contribution.
• Continued Professional Development – free.
• Free breakfast at most term‑time campuses.
• Free parking (after obtaining a parking permit).
• Subsidised eye tests and flu injection contribution.
• Access to gyms, cycle‑to‑work schemes and RAC discounts.

Location and Salary

Campus base: Thurrock. Salary will be offered on qualifications and experience.