Lecturer in Science - Biology​/Chemistry; FTE

Are you an existing or aspiring Teacher of Science? Are you looking for a part‑time role where you can achieve a fantastic work‑life balance? Do you want to shape the future careers of learners? Then this could be the role for you.

LECTURER – SCIENCE (SPECIAL INTEREST IN CHEMISTRY/ BIOLOGY)

King's Lynn

18.5 per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday)

£15,952‑£20,117 (£31,904‑£40,233 FTE)

Permanent

We are recruiting for an additional Lecturer in Science to deliver lessons at level 2 and 3 in chemistry and biology. Previous teaching experience is an advantage but not essential as full support and training will be provided. The successful candidate will have a minimum of a level 4 science‑related qualification, preferably a degree, and relevant industry experience.

We offer our curriculum staff a bespoke induction and training programme – meaning that no matter where you are in your teaching career you receive excellent support, training and access to fantastic resources.

Our Kings Lynn campus benefits from 4 purpose‑built laboratories, specialising in biology, microbiology, forensic sciences, chemistry, physics, environmental sciences and material sciences. The laboratories are designed and maintained to CLEAPPS standard (G014) and have the ability to undertake a range of advanced laboratory procedures up to Level 6, including genomics via PCR testing, 3‑D dissection tables for human physiology and data harvesters with over 20 sensors chosen to meet our curriculum needs.

The department has also launched a state‑of‑the‑art weather monitoring station with remote monitoring and updating to the central weather system in the cloud.

We work collaboratively with partnership organisations, including Anglia Ruskin University, University of East Anglia and John Innes, giving our students the best possible experience and access to real‑world laboratory conditions. We deliver a range of courses from Access to HE diploma in medicine, biosciences, healthcare, forensics, A Level and GCSE, and run the prestigious Bioscience degree in partnership with ARU.

We pride ourselves on our approach to the work‑life balance of our team and actively support job share and flexible working opportunities.

Appoint‑ments will normally not be made at point 10 or above (£34,687 FTE) without a level 5 teaching qualification and experience. Your point on the salary scale will be determined based on both experience and teaching qualifications.

• Generous annual leave allowance of 37 days per year for curriculum staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time)
• Fee waivers on some College courses
• Contributory pension scheme with the Teachers' Pension Scheme (employer contribution 23.68 %)
• Discounts with local businesses and access to a cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Well‑being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities

To apply online or to view all our current vacancies please visit  For further information specific to the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact Ritchie Hosein. Closing date for receipt of all applications: midnight, Sunday 25 January 2026. Interviews are provisionally planned for 2 and 3 February 2026.

CWA are a Disability Confident employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all the essential criteria for a role. CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply. Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (). CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received prior to the closing date.

No agencies please.