12 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    13 September 2026 at 11:59pm

  • Date listed

    1 September 2026

Job details

Visa sponsorship

Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored

Subject

Chemistry

Working pattern

Part time: 28 hours per week, 4 days, days TBC.

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

£33,400 - £52,100

Actual salary

£26,700 - £41,600

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Chemistry Lecturer to deliver high-quality teaching across GCSE, Access to HE and BTEC programmes. You will inspire and support students to achieve their full potential through engaging, student-centred learning, while contributing to curriculum development, personal tutoring and the wider success of the department.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator committed to academic excellence, innovation and student progression.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver outstanding teaching across GCSE, Access to HE and BTEC programmes at all Levels.
  • Plan, prepare and assess learning activities that promote student achievement, retention and progression.
  • Providing academic guidance, pastoral support and progression advice, including UCAS and career guidance.
  • Develop and enhance curriculum content in line with awarding body requirements and industry needs.
  • Monitor student progress, provide constructive feedback and maintain accurate course records.
  • Contribute to student recruitment, enrolment, induction and course review activities.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues, employers and external partners to support an outstanding learner experience.
  • Maintain compliance with safeguarding, equality and diversity, health and safety, and quality assurance requirements.

Who You Are:

  • Qualified to degree level in Chemistry or a closely related subject, with a recognised teaching qualification.
  • An exceptional classroom practitioner with a passion for teaching Science and inspiring learners.
  • Experienced in delivering engaging and innovative lessons, ideally across vocational science courses.
  • Student-focused, with the ability to motivate and support learners from diverse backgrounds.
  • A strong communicator who builds positive relationships with students, colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Committed to inclusion, safeguarding and creating a supportive learning environment.
  • Organised, collaborative and proactive, with the drive to contribute to continuous improvement and curriculum excellence.

What the college offers its staff

What We Offer:

  • Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
  • Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
  • On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
  • Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative workingenvironment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
  • Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
  • Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an Enhanced DBS check (with a Children’s Barred List check), references, right to work, medical clearance, online searches, and other relevant suitability checks. Unsatisfactory checks may result in an offer being withdrawn.

These roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, applicants will be required to disclose relevant criminal convictions and cautions in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About New City College

Organisation type
FE College, ages 14 to 99
Education phase
Sixth form or FE college
Size
No information available
Age range
14 to 99
Ofsted report
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About New City College:


New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and three language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.


Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.


Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.


We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.


We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.

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