Lecturer in English

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture); Langley; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Langley is seeking a dedicated Lecturer in English to provide effective teaching and support for learners. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 or higher qualification in English, along with a recognised teaching qualification or the commitment to obtain one. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary and benefits such as generous leave entitlement and pension schemes.

Benefits

Generous non-working day entitlement

Defined benefit pension schemes

Subsidised leisure courses

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• A level 3 or higher qualification in English is essential.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to obtain within 2 years is required.
• Experience in supporting learners to high achievement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective teaching programs focusing on learner development.
• Assist learners in overcoming barriers to learning.
• Engage in assessment from application through progression.

Skills

Curriculum development

Learning process management

Student support

Education

Level 3 or higher qualification in English

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Lecturer in English

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Lecturer in English to join our Slough & Langley College team on a permanent, full‑time basis. The role offers a salary on the Academic Pay Scale ranging from £31,133 (T1) to £44,841 (T11), depending on experience and qualifications.

As a Lecturer in English, you will be joining our Ofsted Rated Good Colleges Group delivering effective teaching programs within your competency areas, focusing on developing independent learners and facilitating student progression. Working closely with Specialist Learning Coaches you will assist learners facing barriers to learning and assist them in breaking through and removing these barriers to ensure high levels of student attendance, retention and achievement. By engaging in the assessment of learners from application, progression, setting targets and milestones, providing necessary support where necessary.

The successful candidate will ideally possess a level 3 or higher qualification in English as well as a recognised teaching qualification or the willingness to work towards within the first 2 years in role. Experience and knowledge of ongoing curriculum development and managing the learning process as well as the ability to demonstrate successful experience in supporting learners to high achievement.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South‑East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes‑Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture‑Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state‑of‑the‑art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.

Benefits

• Generous non‑working day entitlement
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Free on‑site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance
• On‑site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at our Langley College site

Application Information

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on 26th November 2025.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form. Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

• Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

Recruitment Agencies

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