Lecturer in ESOL

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

Job summary

A UK further education college is looking for a skilled professional to teach ESOL learners from pre-entry to Level 1. The institution values resilience and a strong work ethic, providing opportunities for teacher training on the job. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £41,609 FTE, a generous annual leave entitlement, and various employee benefits, including an occupational pension scheme and free on-site parking.

Benefits

A competitive salary

Generous annual leave entitlement

Occupational pension scheme

Employee benefits package

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Full training and mentoring programme

Induction programme and buddy scheme

Flexible working options

Menopause friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience teaching ESOL learners from pre-entry to Level 1.
• Willingness to consider teacher training on the job.

Skills

Teaching ESOL learners

Strong work ethic

Resilience

Ability to work autonomously

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

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.

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

Suitable candidates should have a relevant teaching qualification and experience of teaching ESOL learners from pre‑entry to Level 1. 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.

Up to £41,609 FTE Permanent

Benefits

• 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