GCSE English Lecturer

Think FE; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected further education provider in England is seeking a confident English Teacher for a full-time position focused on GCSE English. The role demands recent teaching experience, excellent classroom management, and an adaptable teaching style to suit a diverse student cohort. You will develop lesson plans, track learner progress, and maintain robust records. This role provides a supportive environment to make a significant impact on students' learning. Apply soon for a quick interview process!

Benefits

Free insurance & healthcare

Clear, compliant pay

Rewards & savings

Financial support

Free will writing

Easy access & support

Extras like sector-specific training

Qualifications

• Recent experience teaching GCSE English in a secondary school or further education college.
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills.
• Confidence in adapting materials to suit individual learner needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned GCSE English sessions.
• Develop lesson plans and resources for differentiated learning.
• Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Excellent classroom management

Confidence in adapting materials

Proactive, student-focused approach

Job description

Role Title: English Teacher
Location: Cumbria
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 months
Working Pattern: Full-time

Role Overview
A respected further education provider in Carlisle is seeking a confident and adaptable English Teacher to deliver GCSE English to post-16 learners. This full-time, short-term role is ideal for someone with recent classroom experience who is keen to make an impact in a structured and supportive setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned GCSE English sessions to a diverse student cohort
• Develop lesson plans and resources to support differentiated learning
• Track learner progress and provide constructive feedback
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and assessments
• Contribute positively to student engagement, retention, and achievement

Person Specification

• Recent experience teaching GCSE English in either a secondary school or further education college
• Excellent classroom and behaviour management skills
• Confidence in adapting materials to suit individual learner needs
• A proactive, student-focused teaching approach

What We Offer

• Free insurance & healthcare – Personal Accident cover with weekly financial support, plus 24/7 access to a GP and physio
• Clear, compliant pay – Transparent PAYE, itemised payslips, on-time payments, and real-time compliance checks
• Rewards & savings – Discounts at high street retailers, gyms, attractions, motoring and wellbeing services
• Financial support – Contractor mortgages, financial health checks, income protection, and tax/VAT rebate support
• Free will writing – No-cost estate planning with qualified professionals
• Easy access & support – Mobile app and 24/7 portal, payslip notifications, multi-channel and multi-lingual support
• Extras – Access to sector-specific training and automatic entry into a monthly prize draw

Next Steps

Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process.