Youth Work Lecturer — Curriculum Leader & Impact

The Bedford College Group; Bedford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Teacher's Pension

Job summary

The Bedford College Group is seeking a Lecturer in Youth Work at our Cauldwell Street Campus in Bedford. This permanent, full-time role (30 hours per week) offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including a Teacher's Pension and staff development opportunities.

We require a JNC-recognised Youth Work qualification, GCSE English and maths, and a commitment to continuing professional development, with a minimum of three years' relevant experience in youth work or related sectors.

Qualifications

• Hold a JNC-recognised Youth Work qualification (or historic equivalent).
• GCSE English and maths (or willingness to achieve Level 2).
• Commitment to gaining CertEd and Assessor qualifications.
• Minimum three years’ recent practice within youth, community or voluntary sectors.
• Ability to teach across diverse ages and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development and sustainability of a high-quality Youth Worker qualification offer aligned to sector standards and local labour market needs.
• Teach, learn and assess Youth Work programmes and teach flexibly across Health, Social Care and Childcare, ensuring inclusive, engaging learning and strong learner outcomes.
• Oversee assessment, internal quality assurance and progress tracking, contributing to continuous improvement, curriculum planning and KPI achievement.
• Build and maintain partnerships with employers, community organisations and bodies to enhance placements, enrichment and vocational relevance.
• Promote safeguarding, EDI and health & safety, contribute to college-wide initiatives and CPD, and collaborate with leaders to deliver an outstanding student experience.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Education

JNC-recognised Youth Work qualification

GCSE English and maths

CertEd and Assessor qualifications

Job description

The Bedford College Group is seeking a Lecturer in Youth Work at our Cauldwell Street Campus in Bedford. This permanent, full-time role (30 hours per week) offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including a Teacher's Pension and staff development opportunities.

We require a JNC-recognised Youth Work qualification, GCSE English and maths, and a commitment to continuing professional development, with a minimum of three years' relevant experience in youth work or related sectors.