Lecturer in GCSE English

Bury College; Bury; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bury College invites applications for a Lecturer in GCSE English to join our curriculum team. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, inclusive GCSE English teaching and contribute to learners' progress towards further study, employment and adult life.

You will plan engaging lessons, assess learners, maintain records, and support progression as a Personal Tutor. A commitment to safeguarding and CPD is essential, with a collaborative approach to college-wide curriculum development.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and experience in English, with the knowledge required to teach GCSE English.
• Teaching or lecturing experience in FE / sixth form or similar setting.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons for learners of varying abilities.
• Strong assessment and feedback skills using data to support progress.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and high-quality GCSE English lessons.
• Use formative and summative assessment to monitor progress and inform teaching.
• Maintain records of attendance, achievement, targets and learner destinations.
• Develop learning resources for the College's VLE and e-learning platforms.
• Support learners to develop knowledge, confidence and behaviours for progression.
• Act as a Personal Tutor and contribute to wider study programme.
• Provide guidance to prospective and progressing students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance.

Skills

Assessment and feedback

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Inclusive teaching

Teamwork

CPD commitment

Education

FE/6th form teaching experience

Job description

Job Introduction

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Lecturer in GCSE English to join our curriculum team. This is an exciting opportunity for an inspiring teacher who can engage and motivate learners, develop their confidence and skills, and help them progress towards further study, employment and successful adult lives.

You will deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching, learning and assessment across GCSE English, creating a positive and supportive learning environment where every learner is encouraged to succeed.

You will play an important role in tracking and supporting learner progress, ensuring that teaching and assessment are responsive to individual needs and that learners receive the guidance and encouragement they need to achieve their goals.

What you will be doing

As a Lecturer in GCSE English, you will:

• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and high-quality GCSE English lessons that inspire learners and promote achievement.
• Use effective formative and summative assessment to monitor progress, identify areas for development and inform future teaching.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, achievement, targets, progress and learner destinations.
• Develop engaging learning resources, including materials for the College's VLE and e-learning platforms.
• Support learners to develop their English knowledge, skills, confidence and behaviours for successful progression.
• Act as a Personal Tutor and contribute to learners' wider study programme and personal development.
• Provide effective advice and guidance to learners, including prospective and progressing students.
• Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement and the continuous development of the English curriculum.
• Reflect on your teaching practice and engage positively in professional development and CPD.
• Contribute to standardisation, quality assurance and internal verification activities where appropriate.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion, health and safety and professional conduct.
• Keep your subject knowledge and teaching practice up to date and aligned with current developments in education.

About you

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic English teacher who is passionate about the difference that high-quality education can make to learners' lives.

You will have:

• Relevant qualifications and experience in English, with the knowledge required to teach GCSE English.
• Teaching or lecturing experience, ideally within an FE, sixth form or similar educational setting.
• The ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet the needs of learners with a range of abilities, backgrounds and starting points.
• Strong assessment and feedback skills, with the ability to use data and evidence to support learner progress.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to inclusive teaching and supporting learners to overcome barriers to achievement.
• A reflective approach to your own professional practice and a commitment to ongoing CPD.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to the wider curriculum area and College community.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and treating all learners and colleagues with dignity and respect.