Lecturer - Foundation Learning

Job Title – Foundation Learning Lecturer

Salary – £28,000 – £36,000

Location – Northamptonshire

Contract – Full Time, Permanent

The established Further Education college we are partnering with focuses on fostering independence and practical life skills for all its students. Nestled within a beautiful countryside campus, they offer a supportive and community-focused environment where learners truly thrive.

• Formulate and execute tailored lesson plans that cater to diverse student abilities within entry-level programmes.
• Guide learners through practical and academic modules designed to build independent living capabilities.
• Monitor, record, and evaluate student progress using inclusive and encouraging assessment techniques.
• Collaborate closely with learning support assistants to provide a seamless, structured classroom environment.
• Guide and mentor students to boost their confidence, social awareness, and future employability options.

• A recognised teaching qualification, such as a PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent standard.
• Proven experience supporting or teaching individuals with special educational needs (SEN).
• Strong communication skills with an empathetic and patient approach to alternative education pathways.
• Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics.
• Possession of a current Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.
• Assessor awards or verifier credentials (Desired but not essential)

• Generous annual leave allowance providing ample time to rest and recharge throughout the academic year.
• Access to comprehensive employee assistance schemes to fully support your personal and mental wellbeing.
• Dedicated professional training funds allowing you to continuously progress and elevate your teaching career.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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