Lecturer in Science/Biology

Warrington & Vale Royal College; Warrington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

58 days leave (Lecturers)

Pension scheme

Employee benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Training and mentoring

Induction programme

Buddy scheme

Flexible working

Menopause friendly

Job summary

Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a part-time Lecturer in Science/Biology (0.6FTE) to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, ensuring outstanding student outcomes.

This fixed-term maternity cover runs until July 2027. Applicants should have a Biology degree; a teaching qualification is advantageous and on-the-job training is available. The college supports flexible working and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biology or relevant field.
• Teaching qualification advantageous; opportunity to obtain on the job.
• Experience with T level would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Ensure outstanding student outcomes and enable learners to reach their potential.

Skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Excellence mindset

Education

Biology degree

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 a degree in Biology or relevant field. A teaching qualification is advantageous, though candidates have the opportunity to obtain one while employed. Experience with T level would be an advantage, a proven track record of industry related experience is desirable. In addition, applicants should possess excellent teamwork and organisation skills, with an 'excellence' mind set., 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 & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a part-time (0.6FTE) Lecturer in Science/Biology, delivering high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, ensuring outstanding student outcomes and enabling all learners to reach their full potential.

This position is offered on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity cover until July 2027, or until the substantive post holder returns to work. 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