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Lecturer in Vocational Business

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG)

Newcastle-under-Lyme

On-site

GBP 27,000 - 42,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is seeking an inspiring lecturer in Vocational Business to deliver high-quality teaching. The successful candidate will engage students across a range of units within the BTEC Level 2 and 3 curriculum and participate in promotional activities. The role requires a degree in a relevant discipline and teaching experience to help learners reach their potential.

Benefits

Employer Pension contributions
52 days annual leave
Cycle to Work Scheme
Subsidised gym membership
Health benefits
Training opportunities
Support from Teaching & Learning Coaches
Free parking
On-site restaurant

Qualifications

  • Experience in delivering Vocational Business.
  • Understanding and sensitivity towards learners’ needs.
  • Preferred experience in teaching Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality teaching across BTEC Level 2 and 3 units.
  • Prepare materials, mark work, and monitor student progress.
  • Participate in marketing activities and liaise with local employers.

Skills

Effective communication
Organizational skills
Innovative teaching

Education

Degree in relevant discipline
Teaching qualification

Job description

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Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024, we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).

The inspection report praised all areas of the College’s provision and acknowledged NSCG’s ‘staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners’, ‘teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive’, and ‘teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive’. In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study.

To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report, and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group.

The group currently serves over 6,500 full-time students, around 2,000 adult learners, and students on higher education programs. We have over 1,500 apprentices working with more than 850 employers.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, qualified individual to play a crucial role in achieving the department’s strategic goals. You will be an inspiring lecturer with experience in delivering Vocational Business and capable of providing varied, high-quality, and imaginative sessions with a record of good achievement rates.

You will teach across units on the BTEC Level 2 and 3 curriculum, including finance, branding, visual merchandising, team building, and others. We are also delivering the T-Level in Business Management and Administration from September 2023.

The ideal candidate will be innovative, proactive in delivery, and experienced in teaching Level 2 and Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business. You should demonstrate understanding and sensitivity towards learners’ needs, helping them reach their potential.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality teaching on Business across the department’s provision, including remote teaching when required.
  • Participate in marketing activities such as open days and liaising with local employers and schools.
  • Engage in preparation, marking, monitoring student progress, developing learning materials, and assessment tasks.
Required Skills and Experience
  • Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
  • Teaching qualification (support provided if needed).
  • Relevant teaching experience at Business Level 3 Extended Diploma in FE sector preferred.
  • Effective communication and good organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of law and legal services in business is advantageous.
What’s in it for you?

The College offers an excellent benefits package, including:

  • Employer Pension contributions up to £11,440 pro-rata (Teachers’ Pension Scheme).
  • 52 days annual leave (including bank holidays and Christmas closure).
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Subsidised gym membership.
  • Health benefits including a subsidised health scheme.
  • Training and development opportunities with dedicated budget.
  • Support from Teaching & Learning Coaches for new staff.
  • Remission for your first year.
  • Free parking.
  • On-site restaurant and free refreshments.
How to Apply

To apply, click ‘Apply Now’ and complete the online application form. If applying via a job board, you will receive an email with a link to our application form on the NSCG website.

The closing date is 22nd June 2025.

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all community sectors.

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