Lecturer - ESOL

You'll deliver high-quality ESOL provision to teenage and adult learners, supporting them in achieving their academic goals, building confidence in English and progressing successfully. A key aspect of the role is to act as an effective personal and academic tutor, particularly for learners aged 16-18, through structured pastoral support, aspiration-raising activities and enrichment opportunities that enhance cultural capital.

As our Lecturer, you'll hold a degree or relevant professional qualification in a suitable subject, alongside a recognised teaching qualification and excellent ESOL teaching skills across all levels. You will be confident in working effectively with both adult and teenage learners. You'll have experience of meeting Awarding Organisation standards and a proven track record as a personal tutor, including supporting learners with pastoral needs. A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults is essential.

You'll also demonstrate a high level of digital literacy, using technology effectively to enhance the learning experience. With a flexible and creative approach to problem-solving, you'll be open to new ideas and initiatives

The successful candidate will be eligible for any increase in salary as a consequence of the annual cost of living review that will be implemented in the new academic year.

The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 40 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees' physical and mental health. There is an excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

As outlined in the Public Sector Equality Duty of the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London's largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students' success at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.

£39,678 - £47,736 per annum, plus up to 53 days + Bank Holidays