Lecturer in Science/Biology – Maternity Cover

Warrington & Vale Royal; Warrington; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Benefits package

Assistance programme

Free parking

Training and mentoring

Induction & buddy scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

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

The role is fixed-term to provide maternity cover until July 2027. The college offers generous benefits, training, mentoring, and flexible working options where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biology or relevant field.
• Teaching qualification advantageous (can be obtained on the job).
• Experience with T level would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Support students to reach their full potential and maintain outstanding outcomes.
• Contribute to college ethos and professional environment.

Skills

Teaching

Teamwork

Organisation

Autonomy

Education

Biology degree

Teaching qualification advantageous

Job description

• Lecturer in Science/Biology – Maternity Cover

Lecturer in Science/Biology – Maternity Cover

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:

• Generous annual leave entitlement (58 days for Lecturers, inclusive of bank holidays and Christmas closure days, pro rata for part time)
• 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

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.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check/Children’s barred list check, and a Prohibition check for teaching staff.

Please note that it is college policy that referees of short-listed candidates will automatically be approached prior to interview. One reference should be from your current or most recent employer. In accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance, online searches will be conducted for all shortlisted candidates.

The College operates on 2 campuses – Warrington and Winsford.

This post closes on 22nd November 2026; interview date TBC.

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