Lecturer in A Level Psychology

BURNLEY COLLEGE; Burnley; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

You will hold a degree in Psychology with a recognised teaching qualification and demonstrate knowledge of AS/A Level specifications, plus experience in further/higher education. The role includes pastoral support and involvement in marketing and recruitment activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or related subject with equivalent qualification.
• Recognised teaching qualification and current AS/A Level/Higher Education Psychology knowledge.
• Strong record of student retention and achievement, with excellent teaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach on a range of programmes across the College Curriculum.
• Plan and evaluate teaching to ensure high achievement.
• Assess and monitor student work to ensure progression.
• Provide effective tutorial and pastoral support to students.
• Contribute to college marketing, recruitment and admission activities.
• Undertake invigilation duties when required.

Skills

Teaching experience

AS/A Level knowledge

Pastoral support

Education

Degree in Psychology

Teaching qualification

Job description

We are seeking a Lecturer in A Level Psychology to promote and provide an excellent learning experience which ensures high achievement for all students. The post holder will teach effectively on a range of programmes across the College Curriculum, thoroughly plan and evaluate the effectiveness of teaching, and accurately assess and monitor student work to assure high achievement and progression.

The post holder will have a degree or equivalent level qualification in Psychology or a related subject/discipline and a recognised teaching qualification. You will have detailed knowledge of current AS/A Level and/or Higher Education Psychology specifications and knowledge of current issues in Further Education/Higher Education relating to the curriculum area. You will also demonstrate a record of high rates of student retention and achievement, excellent teaching skills and experience of teaching AS/A Level and/or Higher Education Psychology.

You will provide effective tutorial and pastoral support and contribute fully to college and divisional teams, including sharing best practice and being involved in developing the curriculum. The role also involves maintaining high-quality records and providing timely information, taking an active part in the marketing operations of the College including the recruitment and admission of students to the Division, and undertaking invigilation duties from time to time.

The salary for this post is up to £40,665

Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter on the Burnley College website.

At Burnley College, we celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.

The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

The closing date for this post is 4.30pm, Friday 30 October 2026

The location for this role is on site delivery.

Please be aware that the College does not hold a Sponsorship Licence, and as such is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas.

We will return on Monday 5 January 2026.