Part-Time Lecturer in Science (0.4fte)

West Herts College; Watford; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Pension

Generous holiday scheme

Time off at Christmas

Early finishes on a Friday

Job summary

West Herts College is seeking a part-time Lecturer in Science for 15 hours per week at the Watford campus. The role focuses on delivering science courses from BTEC Level 2 to Level 3, with possible involvement in an Extended Science Degree.

The successful candidate will promote English and Maths within teaching plans and provide detailed assessments and tutoring. Applications close 6 November 2026, with January 2027 start.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience and a broad science knowledge desirable.
• Ability to promote, support and embed English and Maths within planning and delivery of teaching.
• Commitment to prompt, detailed assessment of student work and personal tutoring.

Responsibilities

• Teach on Science courses from BTEC Level 2 to Level 3 and potentially Extended Science Degree.
• Deliver high-quality assessments and provide personal tutoring and target setting.
• Promote English and Maths skills in planning and delivery.

Skills

Teaching experience

Science knowledge

English and Maths integration

Job description

Salary: £13,218.78 to £17,027.03 a year, pro rata

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the School of Science and Public Services for a part-time lecturer.

West Herts College is a Further and Higher Education College, we are dedicated to student success and achievement - working closely with our stakeholders and local employers, striving for continuous improvement and higher standards for the benefit of the whole community. We aim to do the ordinary things extraordinarily well.

We are looking for a passionate person to join our forward-thinking team, teaching on our Science courses ranging from BTEC Level 2 to Level 3. There may also be opportunities to deliver on our Extended Science Degree.

Our FE provision currently includes Applied Science, Forensics and Criminal Investigation with Applied Psychology courses.

The successful candidate will join a dynamic, strong team within a department where everyone is expected to maintain their current high levels of performance.

Teaching experience and a broad science knowledge would be desirable although we are keen to hear from anyone with the right skills, in particular those with a Physics and Chemistry background. We offer a supportive culture which offers excellent CPD opportunities.

You will have an ability to promote, support and embed English and Maths skills within planning and delivery of all teaching. You should also be committed to providing prompt, detailed assessment of student work with experience of personal tutoring including target setting.

This role is part-time, working 15 hours per week at our Watford campus.

The closing date for applications is Friday 6th November 2026. The successful candidate will start from January 2027.

You'll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be actively encouraged to upskill.

We have a free on-site gym at our Watford Campus and you can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.

For more information, please contact Human Resources on 01923 812333, or by e-mailing [e-mail].

WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for this role, please contact the Human Resources department.

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Part-Time Lecturer in Science (0.4fte)

Company: West Herts College

Salary: £13,218.78 to £17,027.03 a year, pro rata

Hours: Part-time

Location: Watford, WD17 3EZ

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 23 Oct 2026

Closing date: 6 Nov 2026

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