Employability & Vocational Studies Lecturer (Altrincham)

The Trafford & Stockport College Group; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Altrincham seeks an Employability & Vocational Studies Lecturer on a fixed-term contract. This role involves designing and delivering engaging teaching, focusing on essential workplace skills and fostering learner progression into employment. The institution values diversity and promotes an inclusive environment. An attractive benefits package includes a generous pension, professional development opportunities, and 54 days of annual leave.

Benefits

54 days annual leave

Generous company pension contribution

Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidised staff canteen

Employee Assistance Programme

Tailored Professional Development plan

Free onsite Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in employability or vocational education is desirable.
• Strong commitment to empowering learners.
• Ability to deliver engaging and practical lessons.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality teaching.
• Create interactive learning experiences.
• Support learners' progression into employment or further education.

Skills

Dynamic educator

Passion for learner development

Flexible and inclusive teaching approach

Enthusiasm and creativity

Education

Recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Role Employability & Vocational Studies Lecturer (Fixed Term Contract)

Hours - 35 Hrs Per Week

Salary £35,019.00 - £49,767.00 (FTE)

Contract End Date 31st July 2025

Employer Pension Contribution 28.68% (£10,043.44 - £14,273.17 FTE)

Location Altrincham

The Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG) has an opportunity for an experienced Employability & Vocational Studies Lecturer to join the Academic team to help us achieve our vision of unlocking potential and fostering success.

About You

• You are a dynamic and supportive educator with a passion for helping learners develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed in work and life. You understand the importance of employability and vocational pathways and can deliver engaging, practical lessons that prepare students for real-world challenges. Your approach is flexible and inclusive, ensuring every learner feels valued and motivated to achieve their goals. Ideally, you hold a recognised teaching qualification and have experience in employability or vocational education, but above all, you bring enthusiasm, creativity, and a commitment to empowering learners.

About the Role

As an Employability & Vocational Studies Lecturer, you will design and deliver high-quality teaching that equips learners with essential workplace skills and knowledge. Your role will involve creating interactive and relevant learning experiences that build confidence, communication, and problem-solving abilities, alongside vocational competencies. You will work closely with learners to support progression into employment, further education, or training, while contributing to curriculum development and continuous improvement. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on learners’ futures.

About TSCG – Making a difference, together

At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), you belong to a team that’s committed to shaping brilliant futures – for students and colleagues alike. We believe in unlocking the potential that exists in everyone and when you work with us, your individual skills and experiences are valued. You’ll be part of a supportive and friendly community, where everyone brings their own unique perspective and strengths, and where the work you do is appreciated and celebrated.

We’re deeply rooted in our local communities, with strong connections to businesses, industry and universities. Together, we’re all working toward a shared mission: to elevate skills, create opportunities, shape futures and transform lives.

TSCG is not just a place to work – it’s a place to belong, to thrive, and to make a difference.

Exceptional Benefits Package

• 54 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Generous company pension contribution of 28.68%
• Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidised staff canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
• Tailored Professional Development plan
• Free onsite Parking

All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.

Staff at Trafford & Stockport College Group go above and beyond to ensure that our students get the best possible teaching and support to enable them to reach their ambitions. We expect the very highest standards for all students, and this is evidenced year after year by our achievement and progression outcomes. If you are passionate about championing inclusion, fostering positive employee experiences, and making a difference, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

TSCG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job, as set out in the job description and person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.

The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the Trafford & Stockport College Group is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with this.

Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on successful candidates.

The role is open to direct applicants only.

Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unfortunately not able to respond to each applicant. If you have not been called for interview within 3 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

** This role may close early please submit your application early to avoid disappointment **