Lecturer in English (A-Level)

We are excited to be recruiting a knowledgeable, enthusiastic and committed Lecturer in English to join our team at Central St Michael’s Sixth Form College. Reporting to the Head of Section, this part-time, fixed-term position provides maternity cover for one year, teaching A-Level English Language (AQA) and A-Level English Language & Literature (OCR). It is ideal for a specialist who is passionate about English education and about helping young people achieve their academic potential and progress to higher education, apprenticeships or employment.

• Deliver high-quality, academically rigorous teaching on A-Level English Language (AQA), covering language analysis, diversity and change, children’s language development, language discourses, and the relationship between language, identity and society
• Deliver A-Level English Language & Literature (OCR) through an integrated approach to poetry, drama, prose fiction, non-fiction and spoken discourse
• Support students with independent language investigations, original writing with analytical commentaries, and coursework and non-exam assessment components
• Prepare students for A-Level assessment by aligning teaching with awarding body specifications and assessment objectives, and developing extended writing, accurate terminology, critical evaluation and examination technique
• Adapt your teaching to students’ prior attainment and needs, stretching and challenging high achievers while providing support and intervention for those who need it
• Maintain stability and continuity over the maternity cover by working with existing schemes of work, assessment schedules and student progress information
• Take responsibility for courses and course tutorship (which may include personal tutoring), and share responsibility within course teams for the quality of course delivery
• Use ILT to develop learning materials and multimedia resources, and contribute to curriculum development and planning
• Maintain accurate academic and administrative records, communicate effectively with management, staff and students, and undertake in-service training when required

Skills, knowledge & expertise

• A degree and/or appropriate professional qualification relevant to the department
• A Certificate in Education or Level 5 teaching qualification would be an advantage
• Experience of excellent teaching and learning practice, and of delivering relevant qualifications
• Experience of preparing and evaluating appropriate learning materials
• Knowledge of key skills/functional skills, and experience of internal verification/moderation
• The ability to inspire and motivate students, teaching using diverse methods and adapting to the needs of particular student groups
• The ability to present information to learners and colleagues using ILT
• Good organisational and administrative skills, and the ability to work under pressure
• A team player who is willing to implement strategic policy and take an active part in new developments
• A genuine understanding of, and commitment to, Equal Opportunities in practice, with sensitivity to students, staff and client needs

Teaching Qualifications & Salary Banding

To be eligible for our Qualified Lecturer salary banding (£32,538 - £49,220), you must hold one of the following teaching qualifications:

✅ Accepted Qualifications:

• DTTLS (Diploma in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• Certificate in Education
• PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
• ProfGCE (Professional Graduate Certificate in Education)
• DET (Diploma in Education and Training)
• DiT (Diploma in Teaching) – if for a vocational subject

If you do not hold one of the above qualifications, you will fall into our Unqualified Lecturer salary banding (£27,248 - £30,658).

❌ Not Accepted as Stand Alone Qualifications:

• PTLLS (Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• CTLLS (Certificate in Teaching in the Lifelong Learning Sector)
• CELTA (Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)
• SFHEA (Senior Fellowship)