Science and Access to HE Lecturer

East Surrey College / John Ruskin College; Reigate and Banstead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Reigate and Banstead is seeking a part-time Science Lecturer to deliver teaching for BTEC Applied Science courses. This role involves planning learning programmes, guiding students, and providing pastoral support. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant teaching qualification and a Science degree, alongside previous FE teaching experience. The position offers a competitive salary and additional benefits including a pension scheme and free gym access. Applications are encouraged before the closing date on January 19, 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension scheme

Generous holiday package

Free onsite parking

Access to gym

Discounted spa and salon treatments

Qualifications

• A teaching qualification (at ideally level 5 or above such as a PGCE, DET/DTLLS or Cert ED).
• Relevant FE teaching and assessing experience across BTEC levels 2 - 4.
• Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plan learning programmes for student groups.
• Guide students through the learning process.
• Provide pastoral care and support work placements.

Skills

Teaching qualification (level 5 or above)

Relevant FE teaching and assessing experience

Science based degree (ideally Chemistry)

Experience of tutoring and pastoral care

BTEC internal verification experience

Relevant industry experience

Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science

Teaching qualification (PGCE, DET/DTLLS or Cert ED)

Job description

This is a part time role working 4 days a week

We are currently seeking to appoint an inspirational and enthusiastic Science Lecturer to join our Professional and Services Industries department to deliver teaching and learning across Levels 2-3 BTEC Applied Science courses. In this exciting role you will be responsible to plan learning programmes for groups of students, guide them through the learning process and undertake assessment on an agreed range of programmes.

Working closely with the Director of Learning and the rest of the team, you will have the chance to share your knowledge and skills with students to help them achieve at the highest level as well as driving continuous improvement within the College. You will act as a personal tutor giving pastoral care, promote attendance, support students to attain suitable work placements, participate in team meetings and contribute to the planning, development and review activities within your subject area.

Qualifications

• A teaching qualification (at ideally level 5 or above such as a PGCE, DET/DTLLS or Cert ED)
• Relevant FE teaching and assessing experience across BTEC levels 2 - 4
• A Science based degree (ideally Chemistry)
• Experience of tutoring and pastoral care for 16-19 in the FE sector
• BTEC internal verification experience
• Relevant industry experience
• BTEC internal verification experience
• Maths & English GCSE / Level 2 equivalent

It is also highly desirable that you hold the Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement and also desirable for you to also hold a Certificate/Award in Internal Quality Assurance (if old qualifications are held (e.g. A1 or V1) it is essential that you are willing to update to the new standards).

Benefits

If this sounds like you and you will enjoy working in a forward thinking, friendly, fast paced, changing environment with state of the art facilities, we would love to hear from you. In return, we offer a competitive salary, as well as staff benefits such as an excellent pension scheme, generous holiday package, free onsite parking and access to our fully equipped gym along with discounted in house Spa and Salon treatments.

Closing Date

Monday 19th January 2026

Applications will however be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. As much as we would love to respond to all applicants, due to the sheer volume of applications we receive we are unable to respond to all unsuccessful candidates.

Orbital South Colleges Group are committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population. We are also committed to PREVENT and Safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adultsand expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both College Campus’ aresmoke-free zones.

As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.