Lecturer in Health and Social Care

Newham College of Further Education; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London is seeking a committed Lecturer in Health and Social Care to deliver high-quality teaching. The successful candidate will create an inclusive and supportive environment, helping students achieve their potential in BTEC programmes. Required qualifications include relevant experience and a teaching qualification. This role offers an opportunity to positively impact students' learning while adhering to safeguarding and educational policies.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications and/or industry experience in Health and Social Care.
• A recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• A strong commitment to inclusive education and supporting learners to succeed.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible and proactive approach to teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Create an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.
• Act as a positive role model for students.
• Help students develop knowledge, skills, and values for further study or employment.

Skills

Relevant qualifications and/or industry experience in Health and Social Care

Recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)

Commitment to inclusive education

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexible and proactive approach to teaching and learning

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an inspiring and committed Lecturer in Health and Social Care to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching and learning across our Health and Social Care programmes (BTEC Levels 1-5), supporting learners in achieving their full potential.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education all employment offers are subject employment checks. These include (some of which are dependent on the role and the individual): Enhanced DBS including Children's Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

Safeguarding and Policies

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. You will be required to become familiar with the College's policies, and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training in relation to KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College's mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Recruitment Process

The email account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.

The salary for this position is inclusive of London weighting. Please note that it is Newham College's policy to offer all roles at the entry point of the salary scale advertised. However, based on your qualifications and experience, we may offer a higher starting salary within the specified salary range.

We regret that we are unable to respond to every application. Therefore, if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.

Responsibilities

You will play a key role in creating an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment, acting as a positive role model and helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and values needed for further study or employment in the sector.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Relevant qualifications and/or industry experience in Health and Social Care.
• A recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• A strong commitment to inclusive education and supporting learners to succeed.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• A flexible and proactive approach to teaching and learning.

About Newham College

Newham College London, now merged with NewVIc Sixth Form College, is the largest post-16 education provider in Newham. With campuses in East Ham, Stratford, Plaistow, and the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT) in Canning Town, we serve over 11,000 students across a range of pathways - including 16-18 study, adult education, apprenticeships, and higher education.

With over 600 staff, four main campuses, and an annual turnover of £60 million, Newham College is one of the borough's largest employers and plays a key role in driving local economic and community development.