Lecturer, Adult & Continuing Education, College Lecturer

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider – we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high‑quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success.

Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is currently seeking a motivated and knowledgeable Lecturer based at Gateway campus. This is an exciting opportunity to support and inspire students throughout their learning journey by delivering high-quality teaching, assessment and academic support, helping them develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for progression into further study or employment.

• Delivering inclusive, high-standard teaching, learning, and assessment in Hairdressing.
• Supporting curriculum design and helping to ensure programmes meet current regulations, specifications, and industry standards.
• Monitoring and supporting student recruitment, retention, achievement, and progression through tailored developmental guidance.
• Actively contributing to student recruitment through interviews, open days, and guidance activities.
• Maintaining current subject knowledge and effective teaching practices (digital and face-to-face), while contributing to wider professional practice and the academic community.

At B&FC, we are passionate about education and developing skilled professionals. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to shape students’ futures while advancing your own career. We provide ongoing professional development, a supportive environment, and access to excellent teaching resources.

We believe great people deserve great rewards. When you join B&FC, you’ll benefit from:

• Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part-time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure period
• An excellent pension scheme
• Professional development and funded training opportunities
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives

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At B&FC, you’ll join a values-led community built on our CAREER principles – Community, Authenticity, Relentless Optimism, Everyone Included, Excellence, and Respect. We’re proud to empower both our colleagues and students to thrive, supported by outstanding facilities, forward-thinking leadership, and a culture of inclusion and innovation. Whether you’re inspiring the next generation or advancing your own professional journey, B&FC is a place where you can truly make a difference.

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to take part in our selection process, please let the hiring manager or People Team know before your interview so we can make sure you have the support you need to perform at your best.

Please note that a full application must be submitted in order to apply for this role, as CVs alone cannot be accepted.

Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™

• Enhanced leave allowance of 50 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Competitive pension scheme:
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
  • Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 8.1% employer contribution
• Extensive professional development opportunities…