Lecturer in GCSE and Functional Skills English - Maternity Cover
Loughborough College, Stephenson College, Thornborough Road, Coalville, LE67 3TN16 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
18 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
2 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): 37 Hours Per Week Monday - Friday
Contract type
- Fixed term - 12 Months - Maternity or parental leave cover
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,570 - £38,175 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
We have an exciting opportunity for a Lecturer in GCSE & Functional Skills English to join our team at Loughborough College Group, based at Stephenson College.
You will teach Functional Skills and resit GCSE English to a wide range of learners in the Department on Level 1, Level 2 and Entry Level programmes together with their vocational programme.
You will be part of the thriving cross college English team who engage in regional and national development programmes to ensure innovation in teaching and learning of post-16 English.
We are looking for someone who will deliver inspiring teaching and learning, alongside monitor progress in lessons.
Responsibilities of this role include;
- Ensure learners are on tracker to achieve their target grades through implementing appropriate assessments and providing high quality feedback.
- To deliver high quality and challenging learning experiences for the delivery of GCSE and Functional Skills English.
- To implement appropriate assessments and assessment strategies and feedback to students through a variety of formative and summative assessment methods.
What we are looking for;
- Be enthusiastic and able to demonstrate the ability to motivate and engage learners through the use of varied high-quality teaching and learning strategies.
- Previous experience teaching English.
- A GCSE English qualification (or equivalent) is essential.
- A relevant degree or equivalent is essential.
- Possess a teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one.
- Possess strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
Applicants who demonstrate strong English skills may be considered, even where direct GCSE teaching experience is limited
Loughborough College Group is formed of Brooksby College, Loughborough College, Stephenson College and IGNITE Performing Arts. We have a vast curriculum across campuses offering challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students. We are and have consistently invested in providing our learners and employees with an outstanding and unrivalled range of modern facilities and resources.
Loughborough College Group is striving to attract, develop and retain the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of the college.
We are proud to have achieved the Investor in Diversity award and we actively encourage applications from individuals who are currently under-represented and from all areas of the community. Alongside this, we are a disability confident employer, and we welcome everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.
As well as our commitment to your professional and personal development, we also offer a generous benefits package including:
- A competitive pension scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- On-site parking
- Access to healthcare scheme
- Subsided nursery fees
- Up to 44 days annual leave per year
- Additional annual leave available
- Generous Maternity/Paternity pay
- Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development
- Well-being hours
- Opportunities of volunteering within local community and charities
We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and agile working where the business allows. We provide staff forums, staff working groups for sustainability, staff steering groups for Investors in Diversity and support services to support with mental health and wellbeing for staff from different backgrounds.
Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.
Loughborough College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
If you require any support to apply for this job, please email recruitment@loucoll.ac.uk
What the college offers its staff
Loughborough College Group is formed of Brooksby College, Loughborough College, Stephenson College and IGNITE Performing Arts. We have a vast curriculum across campuses offering challenging and engaging learning experiences for our students. We are and have consistently invested in providing our learners and employees with an outstanding and unrivalled range of modern facilities and resources.
Loughborough College Group is striving to attract, develop and retain the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of the college.
We are proud to have achieved the Investor in Diversity award and we actively encourage applications from individuals who are currently under-represented and from all areas of the community. Alongside this, we are a disability confident employer, and we welcome everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.
As well as our commitment to your professional and personal development, we also offer a generous benefits package including:
- A competitive pension scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- On-site parking
- Access to healthcare scheme
- Subsided nursery fees
- Up to 44 days annual leave per year
- Additional annual leave available
- Generous Maternity/Paternity pay
- Fantastic CPD and inclusive resources for development
- Well-being hours
- Opportunities of volunteering within local community and charities
We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and agile working where the business allows. We provide staff forums, staff working groups for sustainability, staff steering groups for Investors in Diversity and support services to support with mental health and wellbeing for staff from different backgrounds.
Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.
Loughborough College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please note, all applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
If you require any support to apply for this job, please email recruitment@loucoll.ac.uk
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 Loughborough 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
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- Website
- Loughborough College website
- Email address
- recruitment@loucoll.ac.uk
Loughborough College Group is a leading provider of education and training in Leicestershire, encompassing Brooksby College, Loughborough College, Stephenson College and Ignite Performing Arts! We are proud of our long-standing reputation for providing excellent levels of high-quality teaching and training across Leicestershire, with links to leading universities and established professionals. The Group is friendly, supportive, and we allow the students to develop and gain the necessary independence and responsibility expected of higher-level study.
About Loughborough College Group
Our Vision – Broadening horizons. Transforming lives. Shaping futures.
Our Mission – To transform and enrich lives through lifelong learning, empowering the workforce of tomorrow.
Our Culture – An inclusive, supportive, and welcoming culture that embodies our values and thrives on innovation and achievement.
We recognise that safeguarding and promoting the welfare, safety and health of children, young people, and vulnerable adults is everyone’s responsibility. We do this by providing an open, caring, responsive and supportive learning environment and respond immediately to individual needs. All employees are responsible for the care and supervision of children. You will be working with them on a regular basis, and depending on your job role, engage in personal care or overnight activity.
Why work for us?At Loughborough College Group, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and vibrant community. We actively seek out enthusiastic, committed individuals who share our passion for education and growth. Our commitment to equal opportunities drives us to value, promote, and celebrate the unique diversity and individuality of our learners, staff, and stakeholders. We aim to provide staff and students with a high level of learning and development opportunities as well as great benefits for all our staff members. Below is just a glimpse of what we offer…
Continuous Learning and Growth: Opportunities for personal and professional development.
Supportive Environment: Our culture and atmosphere ensure you feel comfortable and confident in where you are and what you do.
Wellbeing Services: We prioritise the wellbeing of both students and staff.
FREDIE Values: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement are at the forefront of everything we do.
Disability Confident Employer: We proudly wear this badge.
Investors in Diversity Award: A testament to our commitment.
Convenient On-Site Parking: No need to circle the block – we’ve got you covered.
Arranging a visit to Loughborough College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@loucoll.ac.uk.
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