Lecturer Personal, Social and Employability Skills

The Sheffield College; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in the UK is seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Personal, Social and Employability Skills to join its team. This role involves delivering trauma-informed education to empower young people aged 14-18. The successful candidate will contribute to fostering an inclusive environment and enhancing students' soft skills for life and work.

Benefits

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme

Annual leave of 42 days plus 8 Bank Holidays

Employee assistance programme through Bupa

Occupational Health through PAM

Free eye tests for VDU users

Free Parking available at campuses

Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience working with vulnerable young people or those with SEMH needs.
• Knowledge of inclusive and trauma-informed practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality sessions in Personal, Social and Employability Skills.
• Create a supportive, learner-centered environment.
• Monitor and assess learner progress.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Teaching Qualification

Job description

About Us

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

About The Role

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential. As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the educational experience, we are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Lecturer to support our curriculum delivery.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lecturer in Personal, Social and Employability Skills to join our inclusive education team. This is a unique opportunity to work with young people aged 14 - 18, supporting them to build confidence, resilience, and the practical skills they need to thrive in life and work.

You will deliver engaging, trauma-informed teaching in areas such as:

• Communication and teamwork
• Employability and work readiness
• Skills for further technical study
• Personal and social development
• Independent living skills
  
  

Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, you will tailor learning to meet individual needs, promote positive outcomes, and empower learners to take control of their futures.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality, inclusive sessions in Personal, Social and Employability Skills
• Create a supportive, learner-centred environment
• Use trauma-informed approaches to support emotional well-being
• Monitor and assess learner progress, setting meaningful targets
• Work collaboratively with pastoral staff and external agencies
  
  

Skills & Knowledge

We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following qualities:

• A recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
• Proven experience working with vulnerable young people or those with SEMH needs
• Knowledge of inclusive and trauma-informed practice
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting learner well-being
  
  

What We Can Offer You

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between £30,570 - £37,668per annum based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.

Our Benefits

• Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with with TPS - 28.68%
• Annual leave -42 Days(310.8 hours)+ 8 Bank Holidays(59.2 hours)-this includesa discretionary Christmas closure period
• Health and wellbeing, we offer
• Employee assistance programme through Bupa
• Occupational Health through PAM
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses
  

Further information can be found on ourBenefitsandCareer Developmentpages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review ourRecruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice.If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact us.

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant, were pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is?committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: 29th June 2025

Please be aware If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.

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