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Nottingham College; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

CPD days

Annual leave

Travel schemes

Job summary

Nottingham College in the UK is seeking a knowledgeable science educator to inspire learners across Level 1–3 and degree-level courses. You will bring subject expertise, plan engaging lessons, and support students’ progress in a friendly campus environment.

The post offers dedicated CPD, a competitive salary, and a strong commitment to inclusion and wellbeing. Shortlisting will consider both essential and desirable criteria from the person specification.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in a science subject.
• Recent teaching experience within the UK education system, ideally in FE.
• The ability to teach Biology, Physics or Chemistry at Level 3 is essential.
• Understanding of science curriculum across academic and vocational programmes.
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 teaching qualification with College support.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging science teaching that responds to different students’ needs.
• Assess learning and provide constructive feedback to support progress.
• Create inclusive and motivating learning experiences for diverse learners.
• Support students’ wider development and pastoral needs in collaboration with colleagues.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Inclusive education

Education

Degree in science subject

UK teaching experience

Level 5 teaching qualification (or willingness)

Job description

In a teaching role at Nottingham College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential

. We are Nottingham’s College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Our teachers bring experience, flair, industry connections, passion and care to their roles and in return we invest in them. Here, you have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

What you'll do

The Science Faculty, based at our flagship City Hub campus, offers a wide range of subjects in a friendly and supportive environment, with first-class teaching and modern facilities

You’ll bring science to life for students across a range of programmes, including Levels 1 to 3 and degree-level courses. We are particularly interested in hearing from Chemistry specialists who can inspire curiosity and make science engaging, accessible and relevant, creating inclusive learning experiences that inspire students to achieve their full potential and develop a genuine passion for the subject.

Key responsibilities of the role will include:

• Plan and deliver engaging science teaching that responds to different students’ needs and supports progress across the programmes you teach.
• Assess learning and provide constructive feedback, helping students understand their progress, build on their strengths and work towards their goals.
• Create inclusive and motivating learning experiences, adapting resources and teaching approaches so that students with different abilities and backgrounds can participate and succeed.
• Support students’ wider development, including their academic progress, personal targets and pastoral needs, working with colleagues and specialist teams where additional support is required.

Who we're looking for

You’ll be a knowledgeable and enthusiastic science educator who enjoys helping learners understand how science connects to the world around them.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• A relevant degree in a science subject.
• Recent teaching experience within the UK education system, ideally in Further Education or a comparable setting.
• The ability to teach Biology, Physics or Chemistry at Level 3 is essential
• An understanding of science curriculum requirements across academic and vocational programmes, which may include BTEC, Access to Higher Education and T Levels.
• The ability to adapt your teaching to create engaging and inclusive learning experiences for students with different needs, abilities and aspirations.
• A recognised teaching qualification, or a willingness to work towards a Level 5 teaching qualification within an agreed timeframe. The College will provide support for this.

The post will be shortlisted against the essential and desirable criteria at the application stage from the person specification. Please ensure that you use the Job Profile and provide a CV and cover letter. This should be no longer than three sides of A4. Please combine your CV and Cover Letter and upload as a single document while applying for the role.

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Heidi Hanes, Curriculum Manager for Science, by email [e-mail]

Interviews and an assessment are planned for: w/c 21 September 2026

Get Into Teaching

If you’re considering teaching but unsure where to start, Nottingham College offers clear pathways to help you explore your options and build a rewarding career in education. Find out more about our routes into teaching:

Get in to Teaching.

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £33,742 - £42,182 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
• 45 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within ourinclusiveworkplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact [e-mail] or call us on 0115 884 2222.