Job Title: Lecturer English
Location: Coventry College, 50 Swanswell Street, Coventry, CV1 5DG
Contract Type: Full-Time
Hours per Week: 37 per week
Salary: £31,103 to £45,709 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
About Us
Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we’ve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow—strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed GCSE English Teacher to join our team, delivering high-quality teaching, learning and assessment to support our learners in achieving their full potential. You'll play a key role in designing and delivering engaging, inclusive lessons that meet curriculum standards and reflect industry needs.
We are aspirational in our approach and want to ensure the very best outcomes for our learners, employers and communities in which they live and work. Through the development of a successful and sustainable college for the future we will be responsive to key government, regional and local drivers in relation to skills needs and work closely with our key strategic partners to meet those needs, ensuring learners and work ready.
Further Education (FE) provides a host of opportunities for our students 16-18 today retaking their GCSEs in English and Maths as well as providing Adults with the scope to further develop their English and maths skills. Working in FE enables you to explore and experiment with your own teaching style alongside a supportive and creative team of passionate English staff.
Requirements
Must-Have:
• Holds a degree (or equivalent) in an English-related subject
• Holds (or is working towards) a recognised teaching qualification
• Holds a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths
• Has relevant vocational experience in the English sector
• Experience of teaching GCSE qualifications
Candidates who do not meet the criteria will not be shortlisted
What we offer
• Free on-site parking, including pay-as-you-go EV charging points
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 39 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment
How to Apply
To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted.
We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.
Safeguarding
We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
As part of our shortlisting process, you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online.
The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.