Lecturer in English

Bournemouth & Poole College • Part-time • Bournemouth • £18,608 - £25,043 / year • 17h ago

Inspire confidence. Unlock potential. Shape futures.

Are you passionate about English and ready to make a real difference?

Due to continued growth, Bournemouth & Poole College is expanding its team and we’re looking for inspiring Lecturers in English to help our students succeed. You’ll play a key role in building learners’ confidence and supporting them to achieve essential qualifications that open doors to further education, apprenticeships and careers.

We welcome applications from those seeking full-time or part-time opportunities, with a primary base at either our Bournemouth campus.

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality, engaging teaching across GCSE and Functional Skills English.

You’ll create inclusive and motivating learning experiences that help students develop their skills, confidence and resilience, while supporting their progression into further study or employment.

What you'll be doing:

Delivering engaging, inclusive teaching that motivates and inspires learners
Planning and assessing learning, providing high-quality and constructive feedback
Supporting students to develop confidence, independence and problem-solving skills
Tracking progress and implementing timely interventions to support achievement
Contributing to curriculum development and continuous improvement
Supporting student recruitment, enrichment and progression activities
Creating a positive, inclusive and high-expectation learning environment

About you

You’re a committed and enthusiastic educator who is passionate about student success and will bring:

A degree in English or a related subject
A teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
Experience teaching English (GCSE and/or Functional Skills desirable)
The ability to inspire, motivate and engage learners of all abilities
Strong organisational and classroom management skills
Confidence using digital tools and technology to enhance learning
A commitment to inclusive practice, safeguarding and student wellbeing

We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy once we receive a sufficient number of strong applications.

What we offer

At Bournemouth & Poole College, we’re more than just a place to work—we’re a community driven by ambition, creativity and opportunity.

A collaborative and creative working environment
Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Ongoing professional development opportunities
The chance to shape creative careers and make a real impact

Working at Bournemouth and Poole College

More than just a job.

At Bournemouth & Poole College, we are passionate about turning potential into professionals. We are the largest college in the area and a vital engine for the local economy, educating over 9,000 learners and partnering with over 1,000 employers to bridge the gap between local talent and real futures.

A proud culture.

We know that if we want our students to succeed, we have to start by looking after our people. We work hard to create an environment where you feel trusted and valued rather than just employed. In our 2025 inspection, Ofsted observed:

"They have developed an inclusive culture where staff feel empowered to make a positive difference to students and apprentices. Leaders and managers have improved staff morale; staff are proud to work at the college."

A place to grow and belong.

We are committed to a workplace that is genuinely inclusive, where everyone is inspired to contribute and succeed. You will find a vibrant, rewarding environment that celebrate ambition and success in equal measures. To get a better feel for life at the College and explore our full range of benefits, visit our Work with Us page.

Armed Forces Covenant

As proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories, we value the skills and experience veterans, reservists and military families, and encourage them to consider a career with us.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share in this commitment. The successful will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK.