Lecturer in Social Science

South Devon College; Paignton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

37 days leave

Birthday day off

Staff training opportunities

Pension contributions

On-site facilities

Job summary

South Devon College is seeking a Lecturer in Social Science to inspire learners and deliver inclusive teaching across Level 1–6 courses. You will plan lessons, monitor progress and provide pastoral support within a supportive college environment.

The role is permanent but fractional (22.2 hours/week), based in Paignton. A degree in Social Science and a teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one) are required, with opportunities for professional development and a competitive

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Science or related subject.
• Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to obtain one within 3 years.
• Experience of teaching or training in a relevant subject.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging teaching, tutorials and learner assessments.
• Manage learning programmes, curriculum content and teaching resources.
• Monitor learner progress and produce learning plans and reports.
• Assess and mark learners' work including examinations.
• Provide pastoral support and address individual needs.
• Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement.
• Maintain learner records and support admissions and attendance.

Skills

Teaching experience

Subject knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Digital literacy

Time management

Pastoral support

Education

Degree in Social Science

Teaching qualification

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Lecturer in Social Science Job reference REQ003309 Date posted 21/09/2026 Application closing date 11/10/2026 Location Paignton Salary £17,986.80 to £23,198.40 per annum Package Plus Excellent Benefits Contractual hours 22.2 Basis Fractional Job category/type Academic Attachments Blank Job description

Salary: £17,986.80 to £23,198.40 per annum. Plus Excellent Benefits.

Contract Type: Permanent, Fractional. 22.2 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Location: Paignton, Devon.

Are you enthusiastic about Social Science and keen to inspire learners to develop a deeper understanding of society and human behaviour?

We are looking for an engagingLecturer in Social Science to join South Devon College. You will deliver inclusivelearning experiences to students, supporting them to build the confidence, resilience and academic skills required for progression to higher-level study or employment.

Social Science courses within the 6th Form, Education and Behavioural Sciences curriculum area currently range from Level 1 to Level 6. You will be able to teach Social Science at Level 1 and have the flexibility to contribute to a range of Social Science-related subjects and levels.

What you will do

• Plan and deliver engaging teaching, tutorials and learner assessments.

• Manage, review and develop learning programmes, curriculum content and teaching resources.

• Monitor learner progress, conduct individual reviews and produce learning plans and reports.

• Assess and mark learners’ work, including examinations, and undertake verification or moderation where appropriate.

• Provide guidance and pastoral support, ensuring that learners’ individual support needs are addressed.

• Contribute to quality assurance, programme evaluation and continuous improvement.

• Maintain accurate learner records and support admissions, enrolment and attendance processes.

• Build positive relationships with colleagues, learners and internal and external partners.

• Participate in professional development and maintain current subject knowledge.

• Support College events and marketing activities, acting as a positive ambassador for South Devon College.

Who we are looking for

You will hold a degree or vocational qualification in a Social Science-related subject, such as Psychology. You will also have a recognised teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one within three years of starting the role.

You will bring:

• Experience of teaching or training in a relevant subject, or transferable experience that demonstrates your potential to teach.

• Strong and current subject knowledge.

• The flexibility to teach learners across a range of levels.

• Effective organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

• A creative and student-centred approach to teaching and learning.

• The ability to motivate learners and adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.

• Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Confidence using digital technology.

• A collaborative, self-motivated and flexible approach.

• A commitment to continuous professional development and curriculum improvement.

At South Devon College we are passionate that excellent teaching and learning can transform lives. We seek to achieve at the highest levels and welcome staff who share our drive for success.

In return, you can expect access to an exciting range of training, apprenticeship and opportunities for degree level study alongside your work to keep you at the top of your game, as well as generous holiday allowance of 37 days pro rata and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

The staff at South Devon College are truly inspirational and this is a reflection on the whole College culture of continuous improvement and support for all of our students and communities.

We aim to provide our learners with excellent teaching and learning. Our staff are highly adept at working with and developing skills and knowledge in learners from different backgrounds. Our staff have consistently high expectations of all students and generate high levels of enthusiasm for participation in, and commitment to learning.

Our staff are integral to maintaining our passion and high-performance levels, and we reward our staff for this. Our benefits are designed to encourage a healthy work-life balance, and include:

• 37 days annual leave including the option to purchase additional holiday days;

• 1 additional day’s holiday for your birthday (does not have to be used on your birthday);

• 1 additional day’s holiday for every 5 years served;

• Christmas Closure of up to 2 weeks in addition to annual leave entitlement;

• Access to a wealth of training, apprenticeships and funded higher education opportunities as well as dedicated training days;

• Teacher’s Pension Scheme Employer contributions of 28.68%;

• Subsidised fitness suite facility, onsite hair and beauty salon, access to a wide range of catering facilities, outdoor gym and free eyesight tests;

• Major supermarket and high street employee discount schemes;

• Life Assurance (if member of pension scheme);

• On Site Nursery (Mama Bears);

• Employee Assistance Programmes;

• Access to Blue Light Card membership;

• Discounted travel schemes.

For a job description and person specification please click here.

Closing Date:Midnight, Sunday 11 th October 2026.

Interview Date:TBC

Having read the job description, if you have any further questions about the role, please contact Hannah Davies at [e-mail].

Please note that you will be required to be in possession of an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College.

This College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promoting the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership.

Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).