ESOL Lecturer (0.6 FTE)

Your future is here

A place to inspire

In a teaching role at Nottingham College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential.We are Nottingham's College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We're building better futures, for others and for ourselves.Our teachers bring experience, flair, industry connections, passion and care to their roles and in return we invest in them.Here, you have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we're looking for

Our greatest asset is our people, that is why Nottingham College's promise to you is vast. We believe in changing lives through excellence in education and employment. You would be joining at a time of rapid change and improvement following our recent OFSTED grading of GOOD.

We currently have 0.6 FTE teaching hours available on a fixed term contract, from September 2026 to July 2027. We are a large team of experienced practitioners and deliver Pre-Entry to L2 ESOL as well as Functional Skills and GCSE Maths and English to both 16-19 year old full-time learners and part-time adults.

Applicants should have a strong background in teaching ESOL across a range of levels and age groups. The role will include teaching a variety of skills and levels, tracking and monitoring learner performance, setting learner targets and marking learner course work and exams. Applicants must be able to work on own initiative with limited supervision and be able to meet tight deadlines. You will be supported by the ESOL Managers, ESOL Curriculum Leads and Improvement and Innovation Practitioners.

The post will be shortlisted against the essential and desirable criteria at application stage from the person specification. Please ensure that you have a look at this specification attached to the Role Profile and complete your application directly from this, as these specifications are an integral part of the selection process.

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact us by email:Alison.Trow@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Provisional Interviews/assessment dates 2nd and 3rd July

Get Into Teaching

If you're considering teaching but unsure where to start, Nottingham College offers clear pathways to help you explore your options and build a rewarding career in education. Find out more about our routes into teaching:Get in to Teaching.

Why Join us

• Competitive salary £33,742 - £42,182 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
• 45 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We're proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities.As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we're actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too - our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafe's nformal gatherings that invite open conversation colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another.Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply Now

If you're ready to be part of something special, the future is here.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact Peopleservices@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk or call us on 0115 884 2222.

We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.

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