Lecturer in Social Science

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Job title Lecturer in Social Science Job reference REQ
003309 Date posted 21/09/2026 Final date to receive applications 11/10/2026 Location Paignton Salary £17,986.80 to £23,198.40 per annum Package Plus Excellent Benefits Contractual hours 22.2 Basis Fractional Job category/type Academic Attachments Blank Job description

Salary: £17,986.80 to £23,198.40 per annum. Plus Excellent Benefits.

Contract Type: Permanent, Fractional. 22.2 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Location: Paignton, Devon.

We are looking for an engaging

Lecturer in Social Science to join South Devon College. You will deliver inclusive learning experiences to students, supporting them to build the confidence, resilience and academic skills required for progression to higher-level study or employment.

Social Science courses within the 6th Form, Education and Behavioural Sciences curriculum area currently range from Level 1 to Level 6. You will be able to teach Social Science at Level 1 and have the flexibility to contribute to a range of Social Science-related subjects and levels.

• Plan and deliver engaging teaching, tutorials and learner assessments.

• Manage, review and develop learning programmes, curriculum content and teaching resources.

• Monitor learner progress, conduct individual reviews and produce learning plans and reports.

• Assess and mark learners’ work, including examinations, and undertake verification or moderation where appropriate.

• Provide guidance and pastoral support, ensuring that learners’ individual support needs are addressed.

• Contribute to quality assurance, programme evaluation and continuous improvement.

• Maintain accurate learner records and support admissions, enrolment and attendance processes.

• Build positive relationships with colleagues, learners and internal and external partners.

• Participate in professional development and maintain current subject knowledge.

• Support College events and marketing activities, acting as a positive ambassador for South Devon College.

You will hold a degree or vocational qualification in a Social Science-related subject, such as Psychology. You will also have a recognised teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one within three years of starting the role.

You will bring:

• Experience of teaching or training in a relevant subject, or transferable experience that demonstrates your potential to teach.

• Strong and current subject knowledge.

• The flexibility to teach learners across a range of levels.

• Effective organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

• A creative and student-centred approach to teaching and learning.

• The ability to motivate learners and adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.

• Strong time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Confidence using digital technology.

• A collaborative, self-motivated and flexible approach.

• A commitment to continuous professional development and curriculum improvement.

At South Devon College we are passionate that excellent teaching and learning can transform lives. We seek to achieve at the highest levels and welcome staff who share our drive for success.

In return, you can expect access to an exciting range of training, apprenticeship and opportunities for degree level study alongside your work to keep you at the top of your game, as well as generous holiday allowance of 37 days pro rata and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

The staff at South Devon College are truly inspirational and…