Lecturer in English

Warrington & Vale Royal College; Warrington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is seeking a Lecturer in English to deliver high-quality teaching to re-sit students aged 16-18. The successful candidate will inspire learners through strong subject knowledge and enthusiasm. Opportunities for teacher training are available. The role offers competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational pension scheme

Employee benefits package

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Full training and mentoring programme

Flexible working where appropriate

Qualifications

• Recent relevant practical experience in teaching GCSE English.
• Willingness to complete teacher training on the job.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Ensure successful learner outcomes and maximize potential.
• Teach GCSE English to re-sit students aged 16-18.

Skills

Ability to inspire and motivate students

Strong subject knowledge

Resilient and positive attitude

Education

Degree/Level 5 subject specialism

Job description

Where appropriate we will consider flexible working options, such as part time or job share. Please include details of any requests in your supporting statement, and we would be happy to discuss this further at interview. In November 2024 the college was officially commended as 'Good with outstanding features' by Ofsted. Our mission is 'Inclusion, realising potential; transforming lives'. Our environment is inclusive, friendly and supportive, with high expectations for both staff and students. To thrive in our environment, you will need to be resilient, positive, able to work autonomously, have a strong work ethic, and put our learners at the heart of everything you do. In March 2025 the college achieved the Platinum accreditation in the Investors in People framework. The college is performing at a High Performing (Platinum) level and demonstrates 'a deeply embedded culture of excellence in the way in which the organisation leads, supports, and develops its people'. Sustainability is a key priority for Warrington & Vale Royal College, and we are committed to raising awareness and the implementation of sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Sustainability principles are embedded across the college, and our sustainability action plan and committee are led by senior leaders to ensure that this remains a key focus.

Suitable candidates will have Degree/Level 5 subject specialism with recent relevant practical experience, and previous teaching experience of GCSE English. The successful candidate will be an inspirational English teacher, demonstrating the ability to inspire, motivate, and raise learners' aspirations through enthusiasm and strong subject knowledge. The college welcomes applications from skilled professionals and industry experts who would like to consider a teaching career and share their skills with the next generation. You don't always need a degree or teaching qualification to get started. There are opportunities to complete your teacher training on the job. Please visit the government website at Teach in FE for further details on their Teach in Further Education campaign.

Warrington and Vale Royal College is committed to Equal Opportunities and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our learners.

Up to £41,609 FTE Permanent Warrington & Vale Royal College. An exciting opportunity has arisen, where Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a 0.3 - full time Lecturer in English. The successful applicant will deliver high quality teaching, learning and assessment, ensuring successful learner outcomes and maximising potential for all. The role will involve teaching GCSE English to re‑sit students aged 16‑18 at our Warrington Campus, although there may be the requirement to deliver a small amount of GCSE and functional Skills English to adults where required. We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement (58 days for Lecturers, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure days, pro rata for part time)
• Occupational pension scheme
• Employee benefits package
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking
• Full programme of training and mentoring
• Induction programme and buddy scheme
• Flexible working, where appropriate
• Menopause friendly