Lecturer in Business

Newham College of Further Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking full-time permanent lecturers to join their Business team at NewVic Sixth Form Centre. The role involves planning, delivering, and assessing vocational qualifications while ensuring student success. Ideal candidates will have a full teaching qualification and experience in teaching learners aged 16-19. Applicants must be committed to safeguarding and supporting equal opportunities in education. This position offers a competitive salary inclusive of London weighting. Closing date for applications is January 23, 2026.

Qualifications

• Full Teaching Qualification or willingness to obtain within 2 years.
• Demonstrated experience teaching vocational Business qualifications.
• Proven ability to stimulate independent learning.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, assess, and quality assure teaching across Business programmes.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and course design.
• Support marketing and external engagement activities.

Skills

Student-centred teaching

Classroom management

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Education

Full Teaching Qualification (e.g., PGCE)

Degree-level qualification in Business

Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths

Tools

Digital learning tools

ILT for assessment

Job description

The Role.

We are looking for full-time permanent lecturers to join our Business team at NewVic sixth Form Centre. You will need to have experience teaching L1-to L3 vocational qualifications within the school of business. You should have a full teaching qualification, relevant teaching experiences and current Continues Professional Development (CPD) within the industry/sector.

Within your role you are expected to plan, deliver, assess and quality assure a range of subjects, whilst supporting students through their study programme including, English, math, work experience, industry placement and enrichment. You should be confident in working with parents and other departments to support learners to succeed.

Key Responsibilities.

• Plan, deliver, assess, and quality assure engaging and industry-relevant teaching across Business programmes.
• Deploy a wide range of student-centred learning strategies to maximise retention, achievement, and progression.
• Contribute to curriculum planning, course design, module development, and the integration of digital learning resources.
• Lead and support all aspects of work-based learning, including apprenticeships and employer-driven provision.
• Undertake formative and summative assessment and use outcomes to enhance teaching effectiveness.
• Deliver learner induction, guidance, pastoral support, and personal tutoring.
• Maintain robust records, ensure compliance with internal and external quality standards, and contribute to audits and self-assessment.
• Support marketing and external engagement activities, representing the College at events and liaising with schools, employers, and partner organisations.
• Contribute to service planning, resource management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote high standards of professional conduct, safeguarding, equality, and customer service across all learner interactions.

Our Ideal Candidate.

• Full Teaching Qualification (DET/DTLLS/PGCE/Cert Ed or Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training or equivalent) or willingness to obtain qualification within 2 years
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience within the Business sector.
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.
• Demonstrated experience teaching vocational Business qualifications to learners aged 16–19 and adults.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality, student-centred teaching and stimulate independent learning.
• Strong communication, classroom management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced, evolving environment and contribute to team performance.
• Competence in utilising digital tools and ILT to support learning, assessment, and administration.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills, including maintaining accurate learner records.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, health and safety, and continuous professional development.

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education all employment offers are subject to employment checks. These include Enhanced DBS including Children’s Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, online searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. You will be required to become familiar with the College's policies, and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training in relation to KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College’s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Recruitment Process.

The email account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.

The salary for this position is inclusive of London weighting. Please note that we advertise our salaries on a range to indicate the trajectory of progression that can be made. Appointments are usually made at the start of the salary range.

We regret that we are unable to respond to every application. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Closing Date: 23rd January 2026

Interview Date: Wednesday 4th February 2026