Personal Development Lecturer / Curriculum Lead

TeacherActive Limited.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

TeacherActive Limited is seeking a dedicated educator to lead a Personal Development programme for learners aged 16–19. The role combines classroom teaching with curriculum development, delivering about 12–14 hours per week and ensuring content remains relevant and engaging.

You will develop and deliver PSHE-style content, review resources, and foster discussion, reflection and critical thinking while addressing sensitive topics with tact and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Personal Development/PSHE to young people.
• Ability to discuss sensitive topics with learners.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Interest in developing curriculum rather than just delivering existing materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging Personal Development / PSHE sessions to 16–19-year-old learners.
• Review, develop and improve existing curriculum content and teaching resources.
• Create well-structured learning that encourages discussion, reflection and critical thinking.
• Confidently facilitate sensitive or challenging topics in an appropriate and balanced way.
• Adapt sessions to meet the needs of different learners.
• Use learner feedback, research and current issues to keep content fresh and relevant.
• Support and develop other staff involved in delivering the programme.
• Help maintain high standards across Personal Development provision.

Skills

PSHE delivery

Curriculum development

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Teaching qualification (desirable)

Job description

We are looking for an engaging and confident educator to lead and deliver a Personal Development programme for learners aged 16–19.

This is a varied role combining classroom teaching with curriculum development. You’ll deliver approximately 12–14 hours of teaching per week, while taking responsibility for ensuring the programme remains relevant, inclusive and engaging for young people.

The curriculum covers a broad range of personal, social and contemporary issues, including relationships, mental health and wellbeing, citizenship, equality and inclusion, politics, media, religion and ethics, financial awareness, sustainability, careers and sexual health.

The role

You will:

• Deliver engaging Personal Development / PSHE sessions to 16–19-year-old learners
• Review, develop and improve existing curriculum content and teaching resources
• Create well-structured learning that encourages discussion, reflection and critical thinking
• Confidently facilitate sensitive or challenging topics in an appropriate and balanced way
• Adapt sessions to meet the needs of different learners
• Use learner feedback, research and current issues to keep content fresh and relevant
• Support and develop other staff involved in delivering the programme
• Help maintain high standards across Personal Development provision

What we’re looking for

You’ll ideally have previous experience delivering Personal Development, PSHE, pastoral education or a related curriculum to young people.

You should have:

• Level 2 English and Maths, or equivalent
• A recognised teaching qualification is highly desirable although not essential
• Experience working with young people in an education or training environment
• Confidence discussing potentially sensitive subjects with learners
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• An interest in developing curriculum rather than simply delivering existing materials

This could suit an experienced FE Lecturer, PSHE/Personal Development Tutor, Pastoral Tutor or Curriculum Lead who enjoys working with 16–19-year-olds and wants the opportunity to shape and develop a successful programme.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.