Lecturer in English

Only FE; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 270 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme with 24/

Gym membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bus travel discount

Family-friendly policies

Eye tests

Salon discounts

Bakery discounts

Job summary

Blackburn College in Lancashire is seeking a part-time Lecturer in English to deliver GCSE and Functional Skills, teach both full-time and part-time learners, and support planning, development and student support.

You will be committed to excellence, uphold high teaching standards, and take responsibility for attendance and achievement on courses while performing related administration.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4 or above qualification in relevant subject discipline
• Recognised teaching qualification (or to achieve within 2 years)
• Experience teaching in a further education environment and with 19+ groups

Responsibilities

• Deliver English GCSE and Functional Skills
• Teach both full-time and part-time learners
• Contribute to planning, development and student support, and manage attendance and achievement

Skills

FE teaching

Student engagement

Education

Level 4 qualification

Teaching qualification or plan to achieve within 2 years

Job description

Lecturer in English

Apply by 2/10/2026

£28,273 - £42,655 gross per annum pro rata

Part-Time - 18.5hrs per week

The Role

As a lecturer you will be part of a curriculum team, contributing to delivery, planning, development and student support. You will deliver English GCSE and Functional Skills, teaching full time and part-time learners. You will be committed to excellence, offering the very highest standards in teaching. You will also be expected to take responsibility for high levels of attendance and achievement on courses delivered, as well as all administrative tasks related to class responsibility.

What we are looking for

You must have a Minimum Level 4 or above qualification in relevant subject discipline and a recognised teaching qualification (or to achieve within 2 years of appointment). You should have experience of teaching in a further education environment and experience of working with 19+ groups. You will have a strong awareness of current developments within your subject disciplines and relevant industrial and/or professional experience.

What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?

You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals

Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.