Lecturer in Employability Skills

Sandwell College; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 49,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-Tier Salaries

Annual leave 35-50 days

Cycle to Work Scheme

Wellbeing support

Discounts on onsite services

Free flu vaccine

Career development days

Job summary

Sandwell College is recruiting a fixed-term, part-time Lecturer in Employability Skills. The role focuses on planning, delivering and assessing engaging employability and work-skills programmes to NEET learners, helping them re-engage into education or employment.

Reporting to the Head of Section, you will mentor learners, monitor attendance and wellbeing, and collaborate with families and external partners to support progression back into Sandwell College.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 teaching/training qualification or equivalent.
• Experience delivering employability or vocational training.
• Experience supporting NEET learners and disengaged youth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver inclusive employability and personal development sessions.
• Assess learner progress and provide feedback with accurate records.
• Provide one-to-one mentoring to remove barriers to learning.
• Monitor attendance, behaviour and wellbeing to improve retention.
• Embed English, maths and ICT into learning activities.
• Collaborate with families and external partners to support progression.

Skills

Strong communication

Learner engagement

Behaviour management

IT skills

Education

DTTLS

Certificate in Education

PGCE

ProfGCE

DET

DiT

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lecturer in Employability Skills

Application Deadline: 11 November 2026

Department: Central Public Services

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time

Location: Sandwell College

Compensation: £27,248 - £49,220 / year

Description

We are excited to be recruiting a dedicated and inspiring NEET Employability Lecturer to join our team at Sandwell College. Reporting to the Head of Section / Programme Lead, this fixed-term, part-time position is ideal for an experienced practitioner who is passionate about planning, delivering and assessing engaging employability and work-skills programmes that help young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) to re-engage and progress into education, employment or training.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver inclusive employability, work-readiness and personal development sessions
• Assess learner progress, give constructive feedback and maintain accurate learner records
• Provide one-to-one mentoring and tailored support to remove barriers to learning
• Monitor attendance, behaviour and wellbeing, intervening early to improve retention
• Embed English, maths, ICT and practical workplace skills into learning
• Work with colleagues, families and external partners to support learners’ progression back into Sandwell College and to safeguard learners

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A Level 3 teaching/training qualification (or equivalent) and relevant English and maths qualifications
• A Level 3 assessor qualification, or a willingness to work towards one
• Experience of delivering employability or vocational training, and of supporting NEET or disengaged young people
• Experience of planning lessons, assessing learner progress, and providing one-to-one and small-group interventions
• Experience of teaching Functional Skills English, maths or ICT, and of working with parents/carers and external agencies, would be an advantage
• Strong communication and learner-engagement skills, with the ability to motivate learners and build their confidence
• Effective behaviour management and inclusive practice, adapting your teaching to individual needs
• Good organisation, record-keeping and IT skills, with the ability to track attendance and learner progress

Teaching Qualifications & Salary Banding

To be eligible for our Qualified Lecturer salary banding (£32,538 - £49,220), you must hold one of the following teaching qualifications:

• DTTLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• Certificate in Education
• PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
• ProfGCE (Professional Graduate Certificate in Education)
• DET (Diploma in Education and Training)
• DiT (Diploma in Teaching) – if for a vocational subject

If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will fall into our Unqualified Lecturer salary banding (£27,248 - £30,658).

Not Accepted as Stand Alone Qualifications:

• PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• CTLLS (Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
• SFHEA (Senior Fellowship)
• Masters in Education
• TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)

If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please get in touch.

Benefits

• Top-Tier Salaries - We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around
• Unbeatable Time Off - Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas - because work-life balance is essential
• Fast-Track Your Career - Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed
• Cycle to Work Scheme - A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute
• Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services - Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more
• Fitness Perks - Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best
• Generous Pension Contributions - We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles
• Retail & Travel Discounts - Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount
• Free Will Writing - We’ve got your back with professional support for your future planning
• Free Flu Vaccine - Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you
• Wellbeing Support - Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health
• We Celebrate You! - We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.