Teacher/Lecturer in English (full/part-time)

PLUMPTON COLLEGE; Lewes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A further education institution in Lewes is seeking an English Lecturer to deliver high-quality teaching for GCSE English courses. The ideal candidate will have a PGCE, excellent communication skills, and experience teaching the subject. This role offers comprehensive training support, a competitive salary, and various benefits including annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free onsite gym use

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven ability (or potential) to teach to a high standard.
• Experience teaching GCSE/FS English.
• Strong qualifications in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver high-quality lessons using modern technology.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives within the college.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge

Excellent communication skills

IT skills

Education

Teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent)

Degree or professional qualification in a relevant subject

Job description

Overview

The English department at Plumpton College is a dedicated, skilled and experienced team of professionals. The role is as an English Lecturer with responsibility for delivering high-quality teaching, assessment and student support across GCSE English courses. The candidate should be professional, hardworking, and a team player with a track record of good or outstanding teaching, contribution to departmental development and a passion for the subject.

This role would be suitable for a teacher looking to move from secondary teaching into a further education environment while retaining their subject specialism. We offer excellent training and support for NQTs, as well as CPD opportunities for all teaching staff. The Plumpton School of Coaching provides access to trained coaches, and a wide range of other benefits for employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver consistently good or outstanding lessons for students using modern pedagogical technology and providing out-of-lesson learning opportunities.
• Monitor student progress, ensure high attendance and timely assessment completion, and provide clear and constructive feedback to students.
• Engage in departmental and college-wide quality improvement initiatives, contributing to student, programme and overall College success.
• Participate fully in curriculum development initiatives to deliver vibrant and relevant learning experiences.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A teaching qualification for the level of programme (PGCE or equivalent).
• Strong subject knowledge and Level 2 or higher qualifications in English and Maths.
• Proven ability (or potential) to teach to a high standard.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and IT skills.
• A commitment to collaborative working and continuous professional development.
• Experience teaching GCSE/FS English.
• A degree or professional qualification in a relevant subject.

Values and Benefits

At Plumpton College, we live our values — Ambitious, Professional, Enterprising, Passionate, Supportive — in everything we do.

We offer a competitive salary alongside a generous benefits package, including up to 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), and up to 5 efficiency days at Christmas. Staff are enrolled in the Local Government Pension Scheme and have access to comprehensive CPD opportunities and in-house teacher training where applicable. We are Disability Confident Committed and signatories of the Menopause Pledge, fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

New colleagues benefit from a structured induction and a supported six-month probationary period, as well as a strong coaching culture with in-house L5 trained coaches. Employees also enjoy lifestyle and wellbeing benefits such as TOTUM and Blue Light Cards, free eye tests, free onsite gym use, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted Plumpton wine and courses, free onsite parking, and an Employee Assistance Programme.