FE Lecturer in Foundation Learning

Location: Devonshire Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RY

University of Derby Buxton is graded as a "Good" college by OFSTED and has a team of dedicated staff who take pride in supporting learners towards their study and career goals. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our team on our journey to becoming an outstanding further education provider.  

About the Role

In this role, you will work with high-needs learners, including those with Special Educational Needs and young people with gaps in education who are being reintroduced to learning, delivering high-quality teaching across our Learning, Life & Work Skills curriculum. You will empower students to develop essential academic, social, and life skills, ensuring their successful progression into further education, training, or employment. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team, help bridge gaps in education, and play a key role in shaping the future of high-needs students re-engaging with their learning journey.

About You

We seek a dedicated professional with experience supporting challenging learners, including those with Special Educational Needs, and promoting active engagement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of delivering high-quality provision, strong communication and organisational skills, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 47 days inclusive of bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata)
• Teacher’s Pension Scheme
• Suite of holistic wellbeing benefits and support including family-friendly policies, generous sick pay provision and comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a variety of staff discounts at high street retailers
• Discounted onsite gym
• Cycle to Work scheme
• A flexible working environment
• A commitment to personal and professional development

Key Contact

For further information and informal enquiries regarding the role, please contact Sam Knowles, Senior Curriculum Lead via s.knowles@derby.ac.uk

For enquiries regarding your application and for sponsorship eligibility, please contact the recruitment team via recruitment@derby.ac.uk

Important Information

The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers under the Skilled Worker route for this role; however, applications are welcome from candidates who are able to demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Please visit our website for more information.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is therefore subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Any information you provide will be treated in confidence and only used when considering your suitability for the post.

To enable us to process your DBS check please ensure you are able to supply the documentation listed on the DBS website at interview stage.

For more information and to apply on-line, please click the “Apply” button above.

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