Biology Lecturer

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Gower College Swansea is one of the largest colleges in Wales with a strong reputation for high quality teaching and learning. We have six campuses across the city with over 4,500 full‑time learners and 10,000 part‑time learners. We currently have a turnover of over £50 million making us a major employer in the region with approximately 1,000 staff.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, talented and highly motivated individual to teach AS and Level 3 Applied Diploma in Medical Science Qualification.

• Fractional 0.5 (18.5 hours per week)
• Fixed term until 31st May 2026
• £13,193 – 25,965 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience); FTE £26,386 – 51,931
• Gorseinon Campus

• Working as part of a team to develop and employ a variety of teaching, learning and assessment strategies.
• Monitor learner progress and provide effective feedback throughout the academic year.
• Ensure excellence in teaching and learning is a key priority for the College.
• Make a full contribution to team meetings and have a positive impact on the overall quality of this subject area.

• Possess an undergraduate degree in Biology or equivalent subject.
• Hold a recognised teaching qualification or be working towards one.
• Able to demonstrate successful experience of teaching in a post‑16 setting.
• A very confident communicator and committed individual who can manage and inspire learners of all abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills and a team player.

• 46 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the college is closed for two weeks over the Christmas period.
• A Teachers Pension Scheme with an average employer contribution of 28% (2024).
• 2 staff well‑being days.
• Additional benefits available on the college benefits page.

Please  to read our guidance.

We welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion and/or belief. We particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our organisation.

If you wish to continue your application journey in Welsh, please visit our Cymraeg site. We encourage Welsh language applications as we recognise the importance of delivering services in Welsh, and the need to grow our bilingual workforce.

Gower College Swansea is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and require registration with the Education Workforce Council for Wales.

Full‑time equivalent salary: £26,386 – 51,931 per annum, dependent on qualifications and experience.