Lecturer in Health and Social Care

Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited; Braintree; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in the UK is looking for a part-time Lecturer in Health and Social Care. This role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons, providing support to learners, and contributing to student recruitment. Ideal candidates will have teaching experience in Health or Social Care, a degree or professional qualification, and be committed to enhancing student experiences in an inclusive environment. This positions offers flexibility and a collaborative atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching or training within the Health or Social Care.
• Demonstrate experience of working with learners of various needs.
• Degree level or above and/or a professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons.
• Design schemes of work and learning materials.
• Assess, mark and provide constructive feedback to learners.
• Support student progress through guidance.
• Contribute to student recruitment activities.
• Maintain student discipline and positive learning environments.

Skills

Experience of teaching or training within Health or Social Care

Ability to work with learners with a wide range of needs

Education

Education to degree level or above

Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics

Level 5 Teaching Qualification

Job description

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and strengthen communities. As one of the region’s leading providers of education and skills training, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive and forward-thinking working environment where staff can thrive.

We are seeking a Lecturer in Health and Social Care to join our supportive and experienced curriculum team. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with teaching or training experience who are looking to develop their career in Further Education.

Job Title: Lecturer in Health and Social Care

Part time, term time only, 12 hours a week, 36 hours a year

About the role

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons in Access, Health and Social Care
• Design schemes of work and learning materials aligned with awarding body requirements
• Assess, mark and provide constructive feedback to learners
• Support student progress through guidance, tutoring and pastoral support
• Contribute to student recruitment activities, including open events and course promotion
• Support course leadership activities in line with a Band 1 Lecturer role
• Work collaboratively with Course Leaders, Area Head and Assistant Area Head to ensure high-quality provision
• Maintain student discipline and promote positive learning environments
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance and verification processes
• Monitor and raise learner achievement in line with awarding body standards
• Maintain and update professional subject knowledge
• Promote and adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion, and college values
• Undertake other reasonable duties as required

Essential Experience

• Experience of teaching or training within the Health or Social Care.
• Able to demonstrate experience of working with learners with a wide range of needs.

Essential Criteria

• Education to degree level or above and/or a professional qualification in relevant subject area or equivalent
• Minimum of Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics GCSE 4+ or C and above / CSE Level 1 / O-Level C or above / Level 2 Adult Numeracy or Literacy or equivalent
• Level 5 Teaching Qualification / completing within 3 years of employment or 3 years of the first available course

Why Join Us?

At Colchester Institute, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team committed to enhancing the experience of every student and staff member. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a role that offers variety, responsibility and room for professional growth.

Please note: We do not work with recruitment or search agencies unless formally contracted in line with our PSL.