Lecturer in Foundation Studies

We are looking for an inspiring lecturer to deliver Entry Level 1‑3 and Level 1 pathways with a focus on DIY, outdoor and gardening activities at foundation level. The successful candidate will have experience of teaching at entry level and level 1 and ideally experience of teaching students with a learning disability and/or on the autistic spectrum.

Salary: £32,136 – £42,848 per annum (pro‑rate)

Terms: Permanent

Location: Leek College site

Hours: Full‑time & part‑time positions available

Responsibilities:

To teach and assess on Foundation courses comprising Entry 3 and Level 1 Vocational programmes, Level 2 work skills, and Level 1 personal growth and Wellbeing‑SEN support focused courses.
If required, to teach and support English and Maths in contextualised and functional skills delivery, up to Entry 3.
Engage in core duties including preparation, marking, monitoring student progress, contributing to EHCP monitoring, setting and marking of examination papers, developing and preparing flexible learning materials.
Undertake normal administrative duties required of lecturers including assistance with admissions, enrolment, induction and providing management information as required.
To participate in the Departmental Self Assessment Reporting process.

Qualifications:

Has an appropriate subject qualification to degree or equivalent and holds or is studying for a relevant teaching qualification (DTLLS, PGCE or equivalent).
Has experience of teaching at entry level and level 1.
Ideally has relevant teaching experience within the FE sector.
Ideally has a first degree (or equivalent in a relevant discipline).
Experience of teaching students with a learning disability and/or on the autistic spectrum is desirable.

Benefits:

Employer Pension contributions (Teachers’ Pension Scheme)
52 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays & Christmas Closure)
24 hours per week contact time (FTE) over 34 delivery weeks
Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary sacrifice)
Subsidised Gym Membership
Health-related benefits including Subsidised Health Scheme
Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget)
Dedicated Teaching & Learning Coaches for New Staff
Remission provided for your first year in post
Staff parking available
On site restaurant facilities and FREE early morning coffee/tea and toast

How to apply: To apply for the role of Lecturer in Foundation Studies, please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete an online application form. (If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an e‑mail and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website). The closing date for completed applications is 26th October 2025.

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

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Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG)

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