Lecturer in Secondary Education (English Specialism)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and engaging Lecturer in Secondary Education, specialising in English, to join our Education and & Social Care Department. 

Our fantastic Education Provision have all spent time teaching in schools and are now committed to training the teachers of the future and helping our learners to unlock their full potential.

The successful applicant will plan, assess, and support students towards high achievement – visit schools as a link tutor and observe lessons. The successful candidate will have recent experience working in an educational setting with a real passion for their subject/area and be enthusiastic about all aspects of education.

This is a part-time role working 21 hours per week.

Interviews are planned to take place on 11th July 2025

Responsibilities include:

To teach courses specified by the Departmental Leadership Team.
To participate actively in curriculum development, and where appropriate, in cross-college marketing activities.
To participate actively in the enrolment, induction, monitoring, profiling and initial assessment of students or trainees.
To devise individual learning plans and provide support for learners in line with the requirements of the course.
To be responsible to the Head of Department for student discipline, counselling and guidance for all assigned classes.
To be responsible for the supervision and management of students on placements and off-site visits, and activities where appropriate.
To maintain records of formative and summative assessments of students’ learning, carried out to report accurately on the progress of both individuals and groups.
To proactively contribute to the success and vision of the department
To undertake programme leadership duties as specified by your line manager or the Head of Department
To contribute to course development and keep up to date with any industry or education reforms. To contribute  to the development of new programmes of study demonstrating an inclusive and collaborative approach to delivery
To act as academic and pastoral tutor to assigned students.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

Education & Training

Bachelor’s Degree or Level 6 Professional Qualification in a subject relevant to English
A recognised teaching qualification.
GCSE 4-9 (A*- C) or nationally recognised level 2 qualification in Maths and English or equivalent, or prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
 

Experience

Academic or industrial, or commercial experience in an area relevant to the programme.
Ability to utilise Information Technology and Information, Learning and Technology both within learning and for administrative purposes.
Good organisational and administrative skills.
Experience in Good teaching/training.
Experience in student pastoral care and disciplinary procedures
Experience in course leadership responsibilities.
Ability to communicate effectively with people with a range of abilities and motivations.
Ability to work flexibly and effectively as a member of a team.
For an informal discussion about the role, please email recruit@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications, so early application is advised.

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Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 44 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
Teachers’ Pension scheme, with a generous 23% employer contribution
Annual salary reviews
Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
Free sports and gym facilities
Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
A host of training development opportunities
Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children and vulnerable adults.