Lecturer in Functional Skills – English & Maths

Sandwell College is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Lecturer in Functional Skills (English & Maths) to join our team on a part-time, fixed term contract to deliver high-quality, engaging teaching and support learners in reaching their full potential. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference by delivering inspirational teaching, developing effective learning resources and helping learners build the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across relevant Functional Skills programmes Develop engaging schemes of work, assessments and learning materials to meet learners’ needs Monitor and review learner progress, providing guidance and support to help learners achieve their targets Undertake course tutor and personal tutoring responsibilities Maintain accurate student records and complete essential academic and administrative duties Contribute to curriculum planning, development and the continuous improvement of teaching and learning Use Information Learning Technology (ILT) and multimedia resources to enhance the learning experience Work collaboratively with colleagues, employers, college partners and external agencies to support diverse learner needs Contribute to improving attendance, retention, achievement and progression Support learners aged 16 and over with advice and guidance relating to their physical, emotional and educational wellbeing A Level 3 qualification in Maths or English A Certificate in Education or Level 5 Teaching Qualification GCSE English and Maths, or equivalent, at Grade C or above Experience of preparing and evaluating effective learning materials Experience of teaching English, Maths, ICT, key skills or Functional Skills across a range of levels Experience of embedding in key skills/functional skills Experience of internal verification/moderation is desirable 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) Masters in Education TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) If you have any questions regarding your eligibility, please get in touch.

✅ Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around 🏖 Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave , plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential 🚀 Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute 💆‍♀️ Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more 🏋 Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best 💰 Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.

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