Job Description:

Lecturer - Health and Science

Do you have a Level 3 qualification or higher in a Health or Science-related subject? Are you looking for the next step in your career?

We are seeking to recruit an experienced, highly motivated, and forward-thinking individual as a Lecturer in Health and Science.

Working at our modern regional campus, you will be responsible for teaching and supporting students across a range of Health and Science programmes, helping them develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to progress into higher education or employment. The ideal candidate will have experience of delivering biology, chemistry, and physics up to Level 2.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare innovative schemes of work, lesson plans, and assessment schedules that engage and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

• Carry out practical experiments linking to the specification to support learners to achieve their qualification.

• Plan and deliver highly effective learning programmes for diverse groups of learners in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

• Support students' academic, personal, and professional development, working creatively to overcome individual barriers to learning.

• Bring relevant vocational or industry knowledge to enhance teaching and learning, ensuring programmes remain current and aligned with sector expectations.

• Monitor student progress effectively and provide timely feedback and interventions to support achievement, retention, and progression.

• Contribute to curriculum development and play an active role in maintaining high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment.

Why Join Us?

We actively encourage staff to develop new skills and expand their opportunities within the organisation. We offer flexible working arrangements to help you be as productive as possible.

Employee Benefits Include:

• Pension: Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)

• Leave: Generous annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays, with an additional leave purchase scheme

• Development: Free training, continuous professional development (CPD), and a bespoke package of intensive induction and probation support

• Wellbeing: Flexible working policy, commitment to employee wellbeing, and 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

• Perks: On-site nursery and salon discounts, Cycle to Work scheme, and local corporate discount schemes

About the Organisation

We are a leading Further Education college group supporting over 5,000 learners each year to achieve their study and career goals. We play a pivotal role in the local community, collaborating with a wide range of major employers, NHS Trusts, and regional industry leaders.

We look for team members with an unwavering passion for learning, an innovative mindset, and a comfort with digital tools to enhance student engagement.

Trainee Teachers Welcome (Industry Experts)

We actively support industry professionals transitioning into Further Education. If you do not currently hold a teaching qualification, we offer full on-the-job support to achieve fully qualified status. Whilst in employment, you will be enrolled onto a Level 3 Award in Education and Training, with the opportunity to progress to a Level 5 Diploma.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of students and staff alike. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Because education matters.

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