SEND Lecturer - Employability & Vocational Studies

Reed; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Cash Plan

REED Discount Club

Statutory Sick Pay

Maternity/Paternity & Adoption Pay

Access to Reed Learning

Job summary

REED is seeking a SEND Lecturer in Uxbridge to deliver Employability and Vocational Studies programmes, including English and Maths Functional Skills, to learners with SEND. The role focuses on creating inclusive, engaging lessons and supporting learners to achieve their goals and EHCP targets.

You will plan, assess progress, and collaborate with Learning Support Assistants and curriculum teams, ensuring safeguarding and college policies are followed.

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, or equivalent) is required.
• Experience teaching learners with SEND.
• Experience delivering Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Strong classroom management and learner engagement.
• Inclusive teaching practices and differentiated learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Employability, Vocational Studies and Functional Skills.
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive, and differentiated lessons.
• Embed Functional Skills English and Maths within vocational learning.
• Assess progress, provide feedback, and maintain records.
• Support learners to achieve EHCP outcomes and progression targets.
• Promote learner independence and preparation for adulthood.
• Work with Learning Support Assistants, curriculum teams, and external agencies.
• Ensure safeguarding and health and safety compliance.

Skills

Teaching qualification

SEND experience

Functional Skills English

Functional Skills Maths

Classroom management

Inclusive teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Location: Uxbridge

Pay: £35+ per hour (Inclusive of Holiday pay)

Contract: Full Time, (Temporary on going / extension & going permanent)

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated SEND Lecturer to deliver Employability and Vocational Studies programmes, inclusive of English & Maths Functional Skills, to learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

This is an exciting opportunity to support learners in developing the knowledge, skills, confidence, and independence needed to progress into further education, employment, supported internships, or independent living.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across Employability, Vocational Studies, and Functional Skills programmes.
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive, and differentiated lessons tailored to individual learner needs.
• Teach and embed Functional Skills English and Maths within vocational and employability-focused learning.
• Support learners to achieve their learning goals, EHCP outcomes, and progression targets.
• Assess, monitor, and track learner progress, maintaining accurate records and providing constructive feedback.
• Develop learners' employability skills, workplace behaviours, communication skills, and confidence.
• Create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment that promotes learner participation and achievement.
• Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, curriculum teams, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Promote learner independence, personal development, and preparation for adulthood.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, equality and diversity, health and safety, and college policies.

Essential Requirements

• Teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS, or equivalent).
• Experience teaching learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Experience delivering Functional Skills English and Maths.
• Strong classroom management and learner engagement skills.
• Knowledge of inclusive teaching practices and differentiated learning.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting learner welfare.

Why Work With Us?

• Exclusive access to roles in leading FE colleges and training providers
• 1-to-1 support from a Specialist SEN Consultant, including CV guidance and interview preparation
• Health Cash Plan & REED Discount Club
• Statutory Sick Pay, Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay
• Access to REED Learning & Development programmes
• Eye test and spectacle vouchers