Lecturer – AAT & T Level Accounting
Waltham Forest College, Forest Road, London, E17 4JB9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
20 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
11 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Accounting
Working pattern
- Full time, term time, part time: Hours: 29.75 hours per week (0.83 FTE)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Salary range: £24,581– £39,600
What skills and experience we're looking for
What the college offers its staff
Job Title: Lecturer – AAT & T Level Accounting
Location: East London
Hours: 29.75 hours per week (0.83 FTE)
Salary range: £24,581– £39,600
Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only 15 General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating. As an Anchor Institution, Waltham Forest College serves its local and regional communities across North and East London exceptionally well and has been successful in driving aspiration and achievements for its students and wider communities.
We believe that our employees are the heart of the organisation and having the right people in the right place, with the right skills is the key to our success. We are looking for committed individuals who are passionate about working in an aspirational and high performing college and dedicated to contributing to an outstanding experience for our learners
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive lecturer to join our team for cover within the Business, IT and Creative department. Your role will include teaching study programme learners on AAT programmes ranging from Level 1 to Level 3, including T Level Accounting.
You will have gained a degree in a relevant subject area such as Accounting, Business, Leadership and management etc. Ideally have a teaching qualification or willingness to achieve this. You will also have knowledge of a range of vocational related topics such as Accounting and generic business strategies.
In addition, you will have experience in delivering outstanding teaching; supporting learners to succeed and developing positive working relationships with stakeholders.
You will have the skills to ensure the College meets the needs of the learners well and that the support is innovative and responsive to emerging trends and needs. You will also have good interpersonal skills and experience of using information systems and databases.
The successful candidate will be responsible for contributing to the teaching programme of the College including Levels 1-5 in line with Awarding body specifications. In addition, you will have other general curriculum responsibilities including assessments, tracking student achievement and administration of courses.
What’s in it for you?
We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, Vodafone Advantage, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme, Sodexo benefits scheme and Benenden Health care scheme.
Equality, diversity and inclusion We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2026 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.
Closing Date: 15th November 2026
Interview Date: 20th November 2026
*Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be considered upon receipt; we reserve the right to interview before the closing date*.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
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About Waltham Forest College
- Organisation type
- FE College, ages 16 to 99
- Education phase
- Sixth form or FE college
- Size
- No information available
- Age range
- 16 to 99
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- wfcrecruitment@waltham.ac.uk
Join #TeamForest
Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating.
Waltham Forest College has been recognised as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work, making us one of only two further education colleges in the UK – and the only one in London – to receive this honour. This achievement reflects our outstanding levels of employee engagement, empowerment, communication, wellbeing, and confidence in leadership.
Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.
Whether you're a teacher, a support staff member, or an emerging leader, you’ll be joining a high-performing team that is shaping futures, raising aspirations, and empowering communities. We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive environment where your professional development is valued and your voice matters.
Explore our current opportunities and find out how you can be part of one of the most ambitious and inspirational colleges in the UK.
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